Description
A sweet and savory Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake made with tender ham, caramelized pineapple, and a glossy brown sugar glaze. Perfect for easy family dinners or festive holidays.
Ingredients
600 grams cooked ham, diced
1 can (570 grams) pineapple chunks, drained, reserve 60 millilitres juice
110 grams brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard
1 tablespoon soy sauce
60 millilitres reserved pineapple juice
0.25 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a 33×23 cm baking dish with butter or spray.
2. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce, pineapple juice, and ground cloves until glossy.
3. Layer diced ham and pineapple evenly in the dish.
4. Pour the glaze over and toss gently to coat.
5. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until caramelized and bubbling.
6. Serve hot with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
Notes
Make the glaze a day ahead for quick prep.
Brush with extra glaze halfway for a richer color.
Leftovers taste great reheated with a spoonful of pineapple juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake, easy holiday dinner on a budget, Christmas ham recipe, sweet and savory ham bake