Description
Looking for a quick, beginner-friendly main dish that delivers big flavor? This Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake is the perfect blend of tender ham, juicy pineapple, and a caramelized brown sugar glaze. With only 10 minutes of prep and a short baking time, it’s an easy recipe for weeknights, holidays, or potlucks. The combination of sweet pineapple and savory ham creates a balance that’s irresistible—and it’s even dairy-free!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cooked ham, diced
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve juice)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Set oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make Glaze – In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, reserved pineapple juice, and ground cloves until smooth.
- Assemble – Add diced ham and pineapple chunks to the baking dish.
- Coat – Pour the glaze evenly over the ham mixture and toss to coat.
- Bake – Place uncovered in the oven for 30–35 minutes, until caramelized and bubbling.
- Serve – Enjoy hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or with roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Serving Ideas: Serve this ham bake hot over white rice, mashed potatoes, or alongside roasted veggies. It also pairs perfectly with dinner rolls for soaking up that sweet glaze.
- For Holidays: Dress it up with fresh parsley and serve as a centerpiece dish for Easter, Christmas, or Thanksgiving.
- Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze cooled ham bake in a freezer-safe dish or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 325°F until heated through, or use the microwave for quick single servings.