Best 13 Cherry Pineapple Holiday Ham Glaze Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that harmonizes the sweet and tangy flavors of cherries and pineapples, perfectly complementing the savory richness of a holiday ham. This delectable glaze not only elevates the ham's natural flavors but also adds a vibrant pop of color, making it a centerpiece worthy of any festive gathering.

Indulge in a symphony of flavors as you explore the recipe variations within this article. From the classic Cherry Pineapple Holiday Ham Glaze that blends the two fruits with brown sugar, orange juice, and a touch of cloves, to the unique Pineapple Ham Glaze with a hint of ginger and allspice, each recipe promises a distinct taste experience.

For those seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Cherry Pineapple Ham Glaze offers a delightful alternative without compromising on flavor. And if you're looking for a glaze with a bit of a kick, the Spicy Cherry Pineapple Ham Glaze infuses the sweetness with a touch of heat, creating a tantalizing balance.

Whether you prefer a glaze that's easy to prepare or one that allows for a longer marinating time, this article has you covered. The 3-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Ham Glaze offers a quick and simple solution, while the Overnight Cherry Pineapple Ham Glaze allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in an incredibly flavorful dish.

So, gather your ingredients, select your preferred recipe, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Prepare to impress your family and friends with a holiday ham glazed to perfection, a dish that embodies the spirit of the season.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE HONEY-GLAZED HAM



Pineapple Honey-Glazed Ham image

Ham dressed in pineapple rings and maraschino cherries is a holiday classic, burnished with a glossy glaze made with pineapple juice, honey and brown sugar. If you like sweet and salty, you'll love this show-stopping centerpiece!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 9- to 10-pound bone-in fully-cooked smoked ham (butt or shank half)
1 tablespoon whole cloves, optional
Two 20-ounce cans sliced pineapple
20 maraschino cherries
2 cups honey
2 cups light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Let the ham sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Trim off any skin from the ham. Use a sharp paring knife to score through the fat in a diagonal crosshatch pattern without cutting through to the meat. Push the cloves into the ham, if using, placing them at the intersections of the cuts. Put the ham, flat-side down, on a rack in a roasting pan.
  • Drain the pineapples, reserving the juice. Arrange the sliced pineapple all over the ham, securing with toothpicks. Add a maraschino cherry to the center of each pineapple slice and secure with a toothpick.
  • Pour 1/4 inch water in the bottom of the pan and tent the ham with foil.
  • Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the ham (avoiding bone) registers 130 degrees F, about 2 hours 30 minutes (or about 15 minutes per pound).
  • Meanwhile, combine the honey, brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice in a large saucepan set over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, syrupy and reduced to about 3 cups, 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F.
  • Uncover the pan and carefully brush a third of the glaze all over the ham. If the water in the roasting pan has evaporated, add more. Bake the ham for 15 minutes more. Brush with another third of the glaze and bake for 15 minutes more. Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and cook until the glaze is shiny and the skin is dark golden brown and crispy, about 15 minutes more. Let rest for 15 minutes.

PINEAPPLE & CHERRY GLAZED HAM RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Pineapple & Cherry Glazed Ham Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by junerodgers

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (20-ounce) can sliced pineapples (Dole in the blue can)
1 (10-ounce) jar Maraschino cherries
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 stick butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup pineapple juice (juice from the can of rings)
Toothpicks

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, ground cloves and pineapple juice and let simmer not even 5 minutes, just until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat. Stick a toothpick in the cherry and lay pineapple ring around as many as you want to make beautiful, just drizzle glaze all over the top to soak in the pineapple. Cover with foil and place in pre-heated oven. Calculate cooking time.(Your ham should have it's own instructions) It's about 15 minutes per pound, so for example; if you have a 20 pound ham, the cooking time would be 15 minutes for each pound, which would be 4 pounds per hour, which would equal 5 hours cooking time Remove foil 30 minutes before time to take out and give it 15 minutes of resting time before carving.

HOLIDAY PINEAPPLE AND CHERRY GLAZED HAM



Holiday Pineapple and Cherry Glazed Ham image

This has been our go to Holiday ham as long as I can remember and this is what everyone expects when they come over, no if and or buts about it!!

Provided by Flavorite

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-20 ounce can sliced pineapples (I use Dole in the blue can)
1-10 ounce or small jar Maraschino cherries
1 cup light brown sugar-packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
A pinch or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 stick of butter or margarine-melted
1/2 cup pineapple juice (juice from the can of rings)
toothpicks

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, ground cloves and pineapple juice and let simmer not even 5 minutes, just until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat.
  • Stick a toothpick in the cherry and lay pineapple ring around as many as you want to make beautiful, just drizzle glaze all over the top to soak in the pineapple. Cover with foil and place in pre-heated oven.
  • Calculate cooking time.(Your ham should have it's own instructions) It's about 15 minutes per pound, so for example; if you have a 20 pound ham, the cooking time would be 15 minutes for each pound, which would be 4 pounds per hour, which would = 5 hours cooking time
  • Remove foil 30 minutes before time to take out and give it 15 minutes of resting time before carving.

CHERRY PINEAPPLE HOLIDAY HAM GLAZE



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Make and share this Cherry Pineapple Holiday Ham Glaze recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FluffyFoodLover

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

18 ounces sliced pineapple, juice reserved
6 ounces maraschino cherries, juice reserved
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup ham drippings

Steps:

  • Heat pineapple juice, cherry juice, and ham drippings in saucepan over medium/high heat.
  • Stir in Brown Sugar until dissolved completely.
  • Stir occasionally until bubbling.
  • Add pineapple slices and cherries, continuing to stir over medium/high heat.
  • Glaze is ready when thickened to the consistency of syrup.
  • Pour hot glaze over ham and add pineapple slices and cherries as garnish.

PINEAPPLE GLAZE FOR HAM



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A simple, sweet glaze for that baked ham - pineapples, cherries and brown sugar.

Provided by Jackie Smith

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Ham Glaze Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (15.25 ounce) can sliced pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
1 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Before baking ham, place pineapple slices on ham with toothpicks and place cherries in center of pineapple.
  • In a medium microwave safe bowl combine brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice. Mix together and microwave for about 5 minutes, until mixture is thick. Pour some of this glaze over the ham about every 15 minutes in the last hour of baking, until all is used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Sodium 7.1 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

CHERRY PINEAPPLE GLAZED HAM



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I am lucky to receive a spiral sliced ham from my boss each Christmas. This year I wanted to glas it differently, but I forgot to get ingredients at the store, so I had to use what was on hand. This recipe was born. Cook time does not include warming the ham.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     Ham

Time 45m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 lbs spiral cut ham (fully cooked)
1 (8 ounce) jar cherry preserves
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Remove ham from packaging and warm according to directions on package.
  • Meanwhile combine all other ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil till mixture starts to thicken.
  • After ham is warm, remove from oven and heat oven to 425. Carefully loosen slices(do not remove from bone)and brush glaze all over ham liberally.
  • Put uncoved in oven, cook for about 20 to 30 minutes Basting with glaze every 10 minutes Ham should be "golden" brown.
  • Allow to cool and remove slices from bone according to carving instructions on packaging.

HAM WITH PINEAPPLE AND CHERRIES



Ham with Pineapple and Cherries image

This ham with pineapple and cherries is a classic recipe with one secret ingredient that really takes it over the top. The ULTIMATE holiday ham!

Provided by Sara Welch

Categories     Main

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 10 lb bone in smoked ham
1 20 ounce can pineapple slices in syrup (drain and reserve syrup)
10 maraschino cherries
3 tablespoons whole cloves
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 can lemon lime soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place the ham in a large baking pan.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, pineapple syrup and lemon lime soda; set aside.
  • Use a knife to score a diamond pattern in the top of the ham, cutting about 1/2 inch into the ham. Place a clove into each diamond.
  • Pour the glaze over the ham.
  • Arrange the pineapple slices on the exterior of the ham; secure the pineapple slices with toothpicks.
  • Place one cherry into the center of each pineapple ring, secure the cherries with toothpicks.
  • Cover with foil and bake for one hour. Uncover and bake for an additional 40 minutes, basting occasionally with the glaze from the bottom of the pan. Watch closely to make sure the pineapple and cherries don't burn.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Remove toothpicks and cloves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

"BOWL FULL OF CHERRY" HAM GLAZE



My family doesn't like turkey, so I was trying to come up with a new way to glaze ham other than the old brown sugar or pineapple glaze. Pieced together a few recipes, did some experimenting, and came out with this. Very tasty!

Provided by Shannon

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Ham Glaze Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cherry preserves
½ cup red wine
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground allspice

Steps:

  • Stir cherry preserves, red wine, brown sugar, and allspice together in a saucepan.
  • Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, stirring often, until glaze thickens, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 9.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

HOLIDAY HAM GLAZE



Holiday Ham Glaze image

Make and share this Holiday Ham Glaze recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Sauces

Time 17m

Yield 1 ham, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
8 tablespoons butter (1 stick)
1/2 cup dark rum
1/4 cup dark molasses
3 tablespoons spicy mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients (just prior to use) in a non-reactive saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Stir constantly while heating.
  • Reduce heat, stirring and allow to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Apply to ham while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 138.6, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 15.4, Protein 0.3

HAM.... HAM IN A CHERRY, COLA AND PINEAPPLE GLAZE



Ham.... Ham in a Cherry, Cola and Pineapple Glaze image

I was thinking of a different way of cooking a ham while at work, you know no peak! So I looked in the frig and cupboard to see what I could come up with as far as a glaze that could be used in a crock pot. I cooked it on a warm temperature for 4-5 hours to release all the water in the ham. Then added the glaze.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     Ham

Time 8h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 -6 lbs ham
15 cloves
10 maraschino cherries, cherryies cut in half
1/4 cup cherry juice
1/4-1/2 cup cola
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
6 slices pineapple, chunked
1/4 cup apple juice
1/4-1/2 teaspoon jalepeno ground pepper
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Wash the ham well under cold water to remove all excess salt.
  • In a crock pot, put cut side of ham face down. Insert all the cloves into the ham.
  • Cut the cherries and pineapple in half and insert a tooth pick to keep the cherries and pineapple in place on the ham. Turn on warm for 4 hours. This will release the water in the ham. After 4 hours drain the water and discard.
  • In a medium bowl add cherry juice, cola, mustard, apple juice, brown sugar and Jalepeno ground pepper. Mix well and put into frig to chill. Pour the sauce over the ham, spread around with a spoon or brush. Then turn temp to low for 4 hours.
  • NOTE: My crock pot is very hot, some of you might need to turn it up to high to maintain the temperature Baste every 30-45 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 853.3, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 236.3, Sodium 6909.1, Carbohydrate 48.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 39, Protein 102.9

CHRISTMAS CHERRY HAM GLAZE



Christmas Cherry Ham Glaze image

This may also be served on the side as a sauce and doubles well, for the best flavor I recommend to use a good quality cherry preserve such as Smuckers

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) jar cherry preserves
1/4 cup liquid honey
1/4 cup red wine vinegar (no substitutes)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon salt (can use a little more to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients; bring to a light simmer over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer stirring for 5 minutes.
  • The last 30 minutes of cooking the ham remove from oven and baste with the sauce.
  • Continue to cook uncovered for 30 minutes.

CHERRY HAM GLAZE



Cherry Ham Glaze image

This cherry ham glaze give any ham a delicious, sweet, and slightly tart taste. I glazed a ham for Thanksgiving with this, and my company couldn't get enough of it. I was out of ham by the next day!

Provided by DTINUSA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Ham Glaze Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons water
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 (12 ounce) jar cherry preserves
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Stir together water, vinegar, corn syrup, preserves, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Brush 1/4 to 1/3 cup of this glaze over your ham about 30 minutes before it is finished baking. Stir any ham drippings into the remaining glaze and serve alongside the sliced ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 11.3 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

HOLIDAY HAM



Holiday Ham image

When I was a young girl, ham make appearances at all of our holiday dinners. The old-fashioned flavor reminds folks of Grandma's kitchen. -Betty Butler, Union Bridge, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple
1/2 spiral-sliced fully cooked bone-in ham (8 to 10 pounds)
2/3 cup maraschino cherries
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Secure pineapple and cherries to ham with toothpicks. Combine brown sugar and seasoned salt; rub over ham. Gently pour pineapple juice over ham., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until a thermometer reads 140° and ham is heated through. Baste frequently with brown sugar mixture.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham: Select a fully cooked ham (bone-in or boneless) for easy preparation. Calculate ⅓ to ½ pound per person to ensure you have enough for your gathering.
  • Preheat the oven: Before glazing the ham, preheat your oven to the temperature specified in your chosen recipe. This ensures the ham heats evenly and the glaze sets properly.
  • Score the ham: Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. This helps the glaze penetrate deep into the meat, resulting in a flavorful and juicy ham.
  • Prepare the glaze: Follow the recipe instructions to prepare your desired glaze. Whether it's a cherry pineapple glaze, apricot glaze, or brown sugar glaze, make sure it's thick and flavorful.
  • Apply the glaze: Use a brush to evenly coat the ham with the prepared glaze. Be sure to get into the crevices and scored lines for maximum flavor distribution.
  • Bake the ham: Place the glazed ham in a baking dish or roasting pan and bake according to the recipe's instructions. Basting the ham with the glaze during baking helps keep it moist and enhances the flavor.
  • Rest before carving: Once the ham is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a tender and succulent ham.

Conclusion:

With these tips and the delicious recipes provided in the article, you're well-equipped to create a mouthwatering holiday ham that will be the centerpiece of your festive feast. Experiment with different glazes and garnishes to customize the ham to your taste preferences. Remember, the key to a perfect holiday ham lies in choosing a quality ham, preparing a flavorful glaze, and following the cooking instructions carefully. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make a ham that will impress your family and friends this holiday season.

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