This Pineapple Glaze for Ham recipe is the ultimate choice! It takes only 10 minutes to prepare, offering a simple yet sensational blend of brown sugar, pineapple juice, and basic spices. Spread this glaze generously over a succulent ham for an irresistible holiday feast bursting with flavor and adorned with delectably sticky, caramelized edges.
Add the pineapple juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, pats of butter, whole cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg to a 1-1½ quart heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to help dissolve the brown sugar.
Allow the glaze to reach a very low simmer. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer for about 6-8 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken, continuing to whisk often. All stove tops cook differently, so adjust the heat up or down as needed. Remove the saucepan from the heat and completely cool.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the whole cloves and discard them. Pour the glaze into a 1-pint mason jar with a lid and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. You can keep the glaze in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use a slotted spoon to remove the whole cloves and discard them. Pour the glaze into a 1-pint mason jar with a lid and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. You can keep the glaze in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
When you are ready to use the glaze, follow the instructions for cooking your ham and brush this glaze over the outside of the ham when called for.