Imagine cutting into a perfectly baked ham, its surface glistening with a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze that makes your guests' mouths water instantly. This isn't just any ordinary glaze – it's a game-changing recipe that transforms a simple ham into a culinary masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll create a show-stopping glaze that balances the perfect blend of sweetness from pineapple juice, depth from brown sugar, and a subtle kick from Dijon mustard.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple juice and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Whisk in the Dijon mustard until fully incorporated, ensuring a smooth and even mixture with no mustard lumps.
- In a small separate bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with water, stirring until the cornstarch is completely dissolved and no dry powder remains.
- Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the pineapple juice mixture, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Continue cooking the glaze, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes glossy, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the glaze cool slightly. The glaze will continue to thicken as it cools.
- If the glaze becomes too thick, thin it out with a small amount of additional pineapple juice. If it's too thin, return to heat and reduce further.
- Use immediately as a glaze for ham, brushing generously during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
Tips
- • For the smoothest glaze, whisk continuously and watch for consistent thickness • Use fresh pineapple juice for the most vibrant flavor • Apply the glaze during the last 15-20 minutes of baking to prevent burning • If the glaze becomes too thick, thin with a bit more pineapple juice • For extra shine, brush the glaze multiple times during the final baking stage • Store any leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days • This glaze works wonderfully not just with ham, but can also be used on roasted chicken or pork
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
