Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake (Easy Sweet & Savory Dinner Recipe)

This Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Juicy baked ham is glazed with brown sugar and pineapple for a sticky, caramelized finish that’s ideal for holidays, Sunday dinners, or an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Ham Bake

• Sweet, tangy, and savory flavor combo

• Easy oven-baked ham recipe

• Perfect for holidays, potlucks, and family dinners

• Great way to use leftover ham

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• 🛒 Ingredients

  • 2–2½ lb cooked ham, sliced or cubed

  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks or rings, drained (reserve ¼ cup juice)

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

  • ¼ cup pineapple juice (from the can)

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • ¼ tsp ground cloves (optional)

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  👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven
     Set oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Make the sauce
     In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, cornstarch, pineapple juice, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and cloves.

  3. Assemble the bake
     Place ham in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Scatter pineapple over the top.

  4. Add the glaze
     Pour the brown sugar pineapple sauce evenly over the ham.

  5. Bake
     Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until bubbly and caramelized.

  6. Serve
     Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon sauce over the ham.

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  🥄 Tips for the Best Pineapple Ham Bake

  • Use spiral-cut ham leftovers for best texture

  • Don’t skip the Dijon—it balances the sweetness

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon for a warm note

  • Serve with mashed potatoes or rice

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  📌 What to Serve with Pineapple Ham

  • Creamy mashed potatoes

  • Green beans or roasted carrots

  • Buttery dinner rolls