By Becky Hardin
Updated Sep 19, 2025
This baked Pineapple Ham starts with a brown sugar glaze and a generous helping of crushed pineapple. I bake it all in the oven to create sweet, caramelized slices of ham fit for any holiday or get together. This is my favorite spiral ham recipe to serve for Easter, Christmas, or any other time we need a show stopping main course.
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“Amazing!!! I made this 2x in one week. Once for my family and again for my in-laws. You will impress your guests with this one.” -Jessie
Easy Spiral Ham Recipe
When my Mom made this for Christmas dinner a few years ago, I was hooked. It’s a classic spiral ham recipe with that sweet and savory combo we all know and love. It’s simply perfect for your holiday menu. It’s easy—spiral ham is pre-cooked and pre-sliced, which makes it really easy to cook, slice, and serve. It’s flavorful—the mixture of brown sugar, cola, mustard, and pineapples creates a sweet and delicious glaze. And it’s juicy—basting the ham throughout the baking process ensures it stays moist and delicious.
If you want to skip the oven, follow the instructions in our Instant Pot Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham .
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For the Pineapple Ham Glaze
- ▢ 1 cup dark brown sugar packed, light brown sugar is a good substitute
- ▢ 12 oz. cola or Dr. Pepper
- ▢ 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ▢ 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ▢ 1½ tbsp Dijon mustard
- ▢ 1½ tbsp grainy mustard
- ▢ 1 tsp ground ginger
- ▢ ½ tsp onion powder
- ▢ ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ▢ ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Spiral Ham
- ▢ 1 6-9 lbs. spiral-sliced city ham
- ▢ 20 oz. crushed pineapple (1 large can*)
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Instructions
For the Pineapple Ham Glaze
- Combine all glaze ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring often, 20-30 minutes, or until glaze is the consistency of syrup. Remove from heat and set aside. 1 cup dark brown sugar, 12 oz. cola, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1½ tbsp Dijon mustard, 1½ tbsp grainy mustard, 1 tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Brown Sugar Pineapple Spiral Ham
- Heat oven to 325°F.
- Use a sharp knife to score the surface of the ham with ½-inch-deep slices spaced 1 inch apart. Cover and bake for 1 hour. 1 6-9 lbs. spiral-sliced city ham
- Brush half the glaze over the ham, being sure to spread some down into each cut. Spread the crushed pineapple over the ham, again pressing down, and then pour half the remaining glaze over the surface. Bake the ham, uncovered, 15 minutes then repeat glazing as follows: 20 oz. crushed pineapple
- Continue cooking and glazing/basting the ham (once you have run out of glaze, just baste with the glaze from the bottom of the pan) every 10 minutes until the internal temperature registers 140°F on an instant-read thermometer. This could take a total 40-60 minutes.
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Pineapple Ham Step-by-Step
Make the glaze: Combine 1 cup of packed brown sugar, 12 oz. of cola, 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp of low-sodium soy sauce, 1½ tbsp of Dijon mustard, 1½ tbsp of grainy mustard, 1 tsp of ground ginger, ½ tsp of onion powder, ¼ tsp of crushed red pepper flakes, and ¼ tsp of kosher salt in a medium-sized saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce it to a simmer and cook, stirring often, for 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is the consistency of syrup. Remove the pot from the heat and set it aside.
Bake the ham: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Using a sharp knife, score the surface of a spiral-sliced ham with ½” deep slices spaced 1″ apart. Cover and bake for 1 hour.
Glaze the ham: Brush half of the glaze over the ham, spreading the glaze into each cut. Pour 20 oz. of crushed pineapple over the ham, then pour half of the remaining glaze over the surface. Bake the ham uncovered for 15 minutes.
Keep glazing the ham: Continue cooking and glazing/basting. Once you run out of glaze, continue basting with the glaze from the bottom of the pan, every 10 minutes, until the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F on an instant-read thermometer. This should take about 40-60 minutes.
Serve : Serve the ham and enjoy!
How to Store
The easiest way to store leftovers is to fully carve the ham into slices. I place the slices in a resealable bag or stack and wrap them tightly in aluminum foil. We keep it in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
If you want to save the pineapple chunks, scoop them up and place them into a separate container, and refrigerate. It’s fine to store the ham and pineapple together, but it can get a bit messy so I prefer them separate.
To freeze, carve ham into slices. Wrap stacks of slices in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place in a freezer-safe resealable bag. You can freeze leftovers up to 2 months.
When ready to reheat, thaw a stack of slices in the fridge. Then heat ham in the oven at 325°F until fully heated through.
Serving Suggestions
Whether I’m serving this oven-baked spiral ham for the holidays or for a nice family dinner, it goes so well with most of our favorite side dishes. I love to serve it with crockpot potato casserole for a quick side. It also pairs beautifully with pineapple bread pudding . For something extra hearty, I love serving it alongside cheesy loaded scalloped potatoes , rich and creamy with every bite. And, a classic corn casserole rounds everything out.
More Spiral Ham Recipes
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Pineapple Spiral Ham Recipe
Ingredients
For the Pineapple Ham Glaze
- 1 cup dark brown sugar packed, light brown sugar is a good substitute
- 12 oz. cola or Dr. Pepper
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1½ tbsp grainy mustard
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Spiral Ham
- 1 6-9 lbs. spiral-sliced city ham
- 20 oz. crushed pineapple (1 large can*)
Instructions
For the Pineapple Ham Glaze
- Combine all glaze ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring often, 20-30 minutes, or until glaze is the consistency of syrup. Remove from heat and set aside. 1 cup dark brown sugar, 12 oz. cola, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1½ tbsp Dijon mustard, 1½ tbsp grainy mustard, 1 tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Brown Sugar Pineapple Spiral Ham
- Heat oven to 325°F.
- Use a sharp knife to score the surface of the ham with ½-inch-deep slices spaced 1 inch apart. Cover and bake for 1 hour. 1 6-9 lbs. spiral-sliced city ham
- Brush half the glaze over the ham, being sure to spread some down into each cut. Spread the crushed pineapple over the ham, again pressing down, and then pour half the remaining glaze over the surface. Bake the ham, uncovered, 15 minutes then repeat glazing as follows: 20 oz. crushed pineapple
- Continue cooking and glazing/basting the ham (once you have run out of glaze, just baste with the glaze from the bottom of the pan) every 10 minutes until the internal temperature registers 140°F on an instant-read thermometer. This could take a total 40-60 minutes.
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
