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Baked Ham

Experience a sweet and savory spiral baked ham recipe like no other! The juicy slices of pineapple add a delightful flavor, while the sauce brings it all together. Enjoy this flavorful feast as an exquisite holiday entrée or a special Sunday supper. Paired with your favorite sides, you’re sure to have a meal that will please the whole family!

Fresh baked ham plated on a platter on the table.


 

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Are you in charge of the ham for this year’s Easter dinner? This recipe is a delicious and foolproof way to ensure your ham is yummy and seasoned perfectly. Let your ham be a showstopping centerpiece this spring. You could even be serving this for Thanksgiving or Christmas! Ham truly is delicious any time of the year.

For those important holidays and special occasions try my Spatchcock Turkey Recipe, Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb, or Boneless Roast Beef in addition to this baked ham. Check below for delicious side dish ideas!

Ingredients

  • Glaze ingredients – Ketchup, canned pineapple slices and juice, brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, black pepper, onion powder, and ground cloves
  • Hickory-smoked spiral ham – I like to use a bone-in ham so I can use the hambone for other recipes.
Baked ham ingredients.

Tools needed for this recipe

  • An oven-safe dish, large enough to fit your spiral ham.
  • Saucepan to prepare the sauce in.

How To Make Oven-Baked Spiral Ham

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Combine ketchup, juice from the canned pineapple, brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, black pepper, onion powder, and ground cloves in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

Ingredients poured into the pot, minus the ham.

Bring the mixture to a bowl and then reduce the heat to low. Allow the mixture to simmer for 25-30 minutes until the sauce has thickened and reduced. 

All ingredients stirred together in the pot.

Place the sliced pineapple in between the slices of ham. You can use toothpicks to ensure the ham stays upright.

The spiral ham is added to the pot with slices of pineapple in the spirals.

Pour the glaze on top of the ham and cover the ham with foil. Place the ham in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, about 10-12 minutes per pound.

The dish is covered in foil.

Once done, remove the ham from the oven and remove the foil. If you want a crispy glaze, add the ham back in the oven and broil for about 2-3 minutes. Serve and enjoy.

Fresh baked ham with a few bits of char on top.

How To Store Baked Ham

Store any leftover baked ham in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for the best flavor.

To reheat the baked ham for another meal, place on a baking sheet in a 350-degree Fahrenheit preheated oven until heated through. Add extra pineapple and sauce on top!

Meal Ideas For Leftover Baked Ham

A delicious baked ham with all of those caramel sweet bits is so delicious when added to savory dishes. Use your leftovers in any of these wonderful recipes:

In addition, slice up some ham for the next morning’s breakfast then serve warm on sandwiches for lunch. Dice up ham and add to potato soup, stews, omelets, rice, or mac & cheese. With such a versatile protein, ham really works with almost anything.

Fresh baked ham plated on a platter on the table.

Baked Ham Sides

Baked ham with pineapple is best paired with roasted potatoes, asparagus, and a simple green salad. The combo of the sweet and savory main dish with the earthy flavors of roasted veggies and the crispness of a refreshing salad makes for a fantastic combination. Any of these dishes will be a hit next to your baked ham.

FAQ’s

Can you freeze a spiral ham?

Yes, spiral-baked ham can be frozen. To freeze, wrap the cooled baked ham tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. When you’re ready to prepare the frozen ham, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and heat it on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven until warm throughout.

Notes

  • If you broil your baked ham at the end, keep a very close eye on it as it only needs 2-3 minutes to create a lovely crispy glaze.

Looking for more ham and oven-baked related recipes? Try these out:

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Fresh baked ham plated on a platter on the table.
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Baked Ham

Experience a sweet and savory spiral baked ham recipe like no other! The juicy slices of pineapple add a delightful flavor, while the sauce brings it all together. Enjoy this flavorful feast as an exquisite holiday entrée or a special Sunday supper. Paired with your favorite sides, you're sure to have a meal that will please the whole family!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword baked ham
Prep Time 19 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 39 minutes
Servings 10 people
Calories 2080kcal
Author Tanya

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 20 ounces Canned pineapple slices in juice slices and juices separated
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup Yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 1 Hickory smoked spiral ham about 10 pounds

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Combine ketchup, juice from the canned pineapple, brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, black pepper, onion powder, and ground cloves in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a bowl and then reduce the heat to low. Allow the mixture to simmer for 25-30 minutes until the sauce has thickened and reduced. 
  • Place the sliced pineapple in between the slices of ham. You can use toothpicks to ensure the ham stays upright. Pour the glaze on top of the ham and cover the ham with foil.
  • Place the ham in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, about 10-12 minutes per pound.
  • Once done, remove the ham from the oven and remove the foil. If you want a crispy glaze, add the ham back in the oven and broil for about 2-3 minutes. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 2080kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 174g | Fat: 135g | Saturated Fat: 48g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 63g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 496mg | Sodium: 9833mg | Potassium: 2484mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 8mg
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