{"id":443472,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:30","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443472"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:54","slug":"cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Amazing Ways to Cook Christmas Ham with Coke for a Delicious Holiday Feast!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine the sweet and savory scent of a beautifully cooked ham wafting through your home during the holiday season. Using Coke as an ingredient adds a delightful twist that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Let\u2019s explore two incredible methods that will elevate your festive feast!<\/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\/cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke\/#Coca-Cola_Glazed_Ham\" >Coca-Cola 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\/cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke\/#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\/cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke\/#Coca-Cola_and_Pineapple_Baked_Ham\" >Coca-Cola and Pineapple Baked 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\/cooking-christmas-ham-with-coke\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coca-Cola_Glazed_Ham\"><\/span>Coca-Cola Glazed Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/27792684\/pexels-photo-27792684.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Coca-Cola Glazed Ham\" title=\"Coca-Cola Glazed Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Anna Holodna on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-can-of-coke-on-a-table-in-black-and-white-27792684\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Beige\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cola-glazed-ham-1760546549.jpg\" alt=\"Cola-Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/245486\/cola-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cola-Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Bisque\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coca-cola-ham-1760546549.jpg\" alt=\"Coca-Cola Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodabovegold.com\/glazed-coca-cola-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coca-Cola Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Food Above Gold<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (5 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coca-cola-glazed-ham-1760546549.jpg\" alt=\"Coca-Cola Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.servedupwithlove.com\/2019\/04\/coca-cola-glazed-ham.html\" target=\"_blank\">Coca-Cola Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Served Up With Love<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 2 hr 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This recipe is all about that glossy, sticky glaze that coats the ham perfectly, creating a flavor explosion with every bite. The sweetness of the Coke blends beautifully with the savory notes of the ham, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for your holiday table.<\/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 bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>2 cups Coca-Cola<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (for studding)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this Coca-Cola glazed ham special is the caramelization that happens during baking. As the ham cooks, the sugar from the Coke and the brown sugar create a beautifully sticky glaze that not only looks fantastic but tastes even better. The combination of spices adds warmth and depth, making every bite a holiday treat.<\/p>\n<p>The technique is straightforward yet impressive. You\u2019ll start by studding the ham with whole cloves, which look pretty and add an aromatic touch. Then, by simmering the Coke, sugar, and spices on the stovetop, you\u2019ll create a rich glaze that you can brush on before popping it in the oven. The result? A stunning ham that will become a beloved tradition in your family!<\/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\/coca-cola-christmas-ham-this-is-one-recipe-that-always-1760546559.jpg\" alt=\"Coca Cola Christmas Ham | This is one recipe that always ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DDrcOTTsglF\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coca Cola Christmas Ham | This is one recipe that always &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.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.-cola-glazed-ham-recipe-1760546559.jpg\" alt=\"How to make... Cola Glazed Ham Recipe!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=755QSViiBsI\" target=\"_blank\">How to make&#8230; Cola Glazed Ham Recipe!<\/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\/coca-cola-christmas-ham-recipe-for-holiday-feasts-1760546559.jpg\" alt=\"Coca Cola Christmas Ham Recipe for Holiday Feasts\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@donalskehan\/video\/7449352747624746286?lang=it-IT\" target=\"_blank\">Coca Cola Christmas Ham Recipe for Holiday Feasts<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coca-Cola_and_Pineapple_Baked_Ham\"><\/span>Coca-Cola and Pineapple Baked Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/17907813\/pexels-photo-17907813.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Coca-Cola and Pineapple Baked Ham\" title=\"Coca-Cola and Pineapple Baked Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Ramon Hernandez on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pizza-with-ham-17907813\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/grill-roasted-coke-and-pineapple-glazed-ham-recipe-1760546554.jpg\" alt=\"Grill-Roasted Coke- and Pineapple-Glazed Ham Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/coke-and-pineapple-glazed-ham-recipe\" target=\"_blank\">Grill-Roasted Coke- and Pineapple-Glazed Ham Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Serious Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 3 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OldLace\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spiral-sliced-ham-with-pineapple-cola-glaze-1760546554.jpg\" alt=\"Spiral Sliced Ham with Pineapple Cola Glaze\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dishnthekitchen.com\/spiral-sliced-ham-with-pineapple-cola-glaze\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spiral Sliced Ham with Pineapple Cola Glaze<\/a><\/strong> from Dish &#039;n&#039; the Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (49 reviews). Total Time: 4 h 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tomato\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cola-easter-ham-1760546554.jpg\" alt=\"Cola Easter Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/140279\/cola-easter-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cola Easter Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (141 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This recipe is bursting with tropical flavors, thanks to the addition of pineapple. The sweetness from both the Coke and the pineapple creates a luscious sauce that seeps into the ham, ensuring every slice is juicy and flavorful.<\/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 spiral-cut ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapple in juice<\/li>\n<li>1 cup Coca-Cola<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup honey<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>Maraschino cherries (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This Coca-Cola and pineapple baked ham stands out for its delightful combination of flavors that brings a taste of the tropics to your holiday dinner. The pineapple juice mingles with the Coke and brown sugar to create a tangy yet sweet sauce that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Each slice is not only mouthwatering but also visually stunning with the bright pineapple rings and cherries adorning the top.<\/p>\n<p>The spiral-cut technique makes serving a breeze, allowing guests to grab their favorite pieces with ease. The warm, fragrant spices enhance the overall experience, making each bite feel like a celebration. This dish is sure to be a hit, bringing smiles and satisfaction to everyone at your holiday gathering!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unleash the festive flavors of your holiday feast by exploring two mouthwatering methods to cook Christmas ham with Coke that will elevate your celebrations and delight your guests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":445746,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-443472","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443472","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=443472"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443472\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/445746"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443472"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443472"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443472"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443472"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}