For a deeper smoky flavor, consider using smoked ham. If you don't have dark brown sugar, light brown sugar works well too. Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your desired level of sweetness. The natural pressure release is important for a more tender ham. If you're short on time, you can do a partial natural release (15-20 minutes) followed by a careful quick release, but the ham may be slightly less tender. Leftover glazed ham is fantastic in sandwiches, salads, or omelets.
Instant Pot Ham
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS24
Transform a humble frozen ham into a succulent, glazed masterpiece with minimal effort. This Instant Pot method infuses the ham with a tropical sweetness and a hint of maple, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a holiday feast.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol64 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein21 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium1461 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Place the frozen ham on a trivet inside the Instant Pot. (2 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
Pour the crushed pineapple (with its juice) evenly over the ham. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the pineapple, followed by a drizzle of maple syrup. (3 minutes)
03
Step
48 mins
Close and lock the Instant Pot lid. Select the 'Pressure Cook' or 'Manual' setting on high pressure. Set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build. (45-50 minutes)
04
Step
25 mins
Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10-40 minutes. Check the internal temperature of the ham with an instant-read thermometer. It should reach at least 145°F (63°C) for fresh ham or 140°F (60°C) for pre-cooked ham. (10-40 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Carefully remove the ham and trivet from the Instant Pot. Transfer the ham to a cutting board and slice it. Arrange the slices on a serving platter. (5 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
Select the 'Sauté' function on the Instant Pot. In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the Instant Pot with the pineapple-ham juices. (2 minutes)
07
Step
5 mins
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a glossy glaze. This should only take a few minutes. (5 minutes)
08
StepPour the glaze evenly over the sliced ham. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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William Ebert
Apr 4, 2025The glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. My family loved it!
Angelo Upton
Mar 23, 2025I was skeptical about cooking a ham in the Instant Pot, but this recipe proved me wrong. It's now my go-to method.
Kaylin Shields
Mar 20, 2025This recipe saved me when I forgot to thaw my ham! It was so easy and tasted amazing.
Queen Anderson
Mar 17, 2025Easy to follow instructions and the ham came out perfect!