Honey-Glazed Christmas Ham with Mustard & Pineapple
Honey-Glazed Christmas Ham with Mustard & Pineapple is a show-stopping centerpiece that brings festive cheer to any holiday gathering. This succulent ham is coated in a sweet and tangy glaze, enriched with Dijon mustard and bright pineapple, creating an irresistible flavor profile. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that will delight your guests and have them coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Total Time: 47 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6 to 8-pound) bone-in ham
- 1 cup pure honey
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, packed in juice
- 10 whole cloves
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup water or pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and black pepper until combined.
- Score the ham in a diamond pattern and insert whole cloves into the intersections.
- Arrange pineapple rings around the ham and place it in a roasting pan lined with foil.
- Pour water or pineapple juice into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake uncovered for about 1 hour per 5 pounds of ham, basting every 30 minutes.
- Drizzle additional glaze over the ham before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, substitute honey with maple syrup. Mix in spices like nutmeg for extra warmth. Add diced jalapeños to the pineapple topping for a spicy kick.