{"id":430630,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:31","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=430630"},"modified":"2026-03-26T21:05:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T14:05:58","slug":"thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Quick and Delicious Thanksgiving Ham Recipes with Pineapple You&#8217;ll Want to Try This Year!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, laughter, and of course, delicious food. While turkey often steals the show, don\u2019t overlook the mouthwatering delight of ham, especially when paired with sweet pineapple. These quick and easy recipes will add a tropical twist to your holiday feast, tantalizing your taste buds and impressing your guests!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple\/#Pineapple_Glazed_Ham\" >Pineapple Glazed Ham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple\/#Sweet_and_Spicy_Pineapple_Ham\" >Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-ham-recipes-with-pineapple\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pineapple_Glazed_Ham\"><\/span>Pineapple Glazed Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5848535\/pexels-photo-5848535.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Pineapple Glazed Ham\" title=\"Pineapple Glazed Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-food-and-chopsticks-5848535\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Sienna\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/brown-sugar-baked-ham-with-pineapple-1760451987.jpg\" alt=\"Brown Sugar Baked Ham with Pineapple\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/recipes\/brown_sugar_baked_ham_with_pineapple\/\" target=\"_blank\">Brown Sugar Baked Ham with Pineapple<\/a><\/strong> from Simply Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (7 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:HoneyDew\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ham-with-pineapple-1760451987.jpg\" alt=\"Ham with Pineapple\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/45000\/ham-with-pineapple\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham with Pineapple<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (247 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OrangeRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-pineapple-ham-glaze-recipe-1760451987.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Pineapple Ham Glaze Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.billyparisi.com\/easy-pineapple-ham-glaze-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Pineapple Ham Glaze Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Chef Billy Parisi<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (7 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This Pineapple Glazed Ham is a showstopper on any Thanksgiving table. The savory-sweet glaze caramelizes beautifully, creating a sticky, glossy finish that is simply irresistible. Baked in the oven, the ham becomes juicy and flavorful, with pineapple slices soaking up all the goodness.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pineapple juice<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup honey<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>Pineapple slices (canned or fresh)<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this recipe special is its simplicity and the delightful balance of flavors. The brown sugar and honey mix perfectly with the tangy pineapple juice to create a glaze that\u2019s both sweet and slightly tart. Plus, the aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes is something you have to experience! Adding whole cloves gives it a festive touch that many people love during the holiday season.<\/p>\n<p>As the ham cooks, the glaze thickens and envelops the meat, locking in moisture and flavor. The pineapple slices not only look gorgeous on the plate but also add a juicy burst of flavor that complements the savory ham perfectly. This dish is not just a meal; it\u2019s a centerpiece that sparks conversations and brings everyone together around the table.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pineapple-honey-glazed-ham-recipe-perfect-thanksgiving-1760451994.jpg\" alt=\"Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Thanksgiving ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7hhf7-Szjgk\" target=\"_blank\">Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Thanksgiving &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-classic-pineapple-and-honey-glazed-ham-at-1760451994.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make Classic Pineapple and Honey Glazed Ham at ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HMX5ZG57fy8\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Classic Pineapple and Honey Glazed Ham at &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-baked-ham-recipe-honey-pineapple-glaze-perfect-for-1760451994.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Baked Ham Recipe - Honey Pineapple Glaze Perfect for ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pIrrUfyZXMs\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Baked Ham Recipe &#8211; Honey Pineapple Glaze Perfect for &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_and_Spicy_Pineapple_Ham\"><\/span>Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5848525\/pexels-photo-5848525.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ham\" title=\"Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-shot-of-a-food-on-white-ceramic-plate-5848525\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSalmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ham-with-spiced-brown-sugar-pineapple-glaze-1760451990.jpg\" alt=\"Ham with Spiced Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/senseandedibility.com\/ham-brown-sugar-pineapple\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham with Spiced Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze<\/a><\/strong> from Sense &amp; Edibility<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (28 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlueViolet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pineapple-chipotle-glazed-ham-1760451990.jpg\" alt=\"Pineapple Chipotle Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mydominicankitchen.com\/pineapple-chipotle-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pineapple Chipotle Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from My Dominican Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (5 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chartreuse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/slow-cooker-sriracha-pineapple-ham-1760451990.jpg\" alt=\"Slow Cooker Sriracha Pineapple Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aforkstale.com\/slow-cooker-sriracha-pineapple-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Slow Cooker Sriracha Pineapple Ham<\/a><\/strong> from A Fork&#039;s Tale<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (28 reviews). Total Time: 6 hr 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for something with a kick, this Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ham is sure to please your crowd. Combining sweetness from the pineapple with a hint of heat from the spices creates a unique flavor profile that sets this ham apart. Baked to perfection, it\u2019s both juicy and full of flavor, making it a memorable addition to your Thanksgiving spread.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup pineapple juice<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n<li>Pineapple rings for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out because of its perfect blend of sweet and spicy elements. The combination of brown sugar and cayenne creates a lovely caramelized crust that\u2019s both crunchy and flavorful. The Dijon mustard adds a touch of tanginess that rounds out the flavors, making each bite exciting. Imagine the surprise on your guests\u2019 faces when they taste this unexpected twist on the classic ham!<\/p>\n<p>As it bakes, the spices meld into the ham, infusing it with a depth of flavor that makes it unforgettable. The sweet, sticky glaze contrasts beautifully with the spicy notes, ensuring that every bite is a delightful experience. Garnishing with pineapple rings not only enhances the presentation but also ties back to the tropical theme, making it visually appealing and delicious!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your guests with two mouthwatering Thanksgiving ham recipes featuring pineapple that are not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435342,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":10,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[24707],"class_list":["post-430630","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-meat","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430630","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=430630"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430630\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":558503,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430630\/revisions\/558503"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435342"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=430630"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=430630"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=430630"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=430630"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}