This Instant Pot baked ham takes much less time than the more traditional oven-baked ham. The recipe includes an optional quick bake near the end, which produces a lovely pineapple glaze.

When it comes to Sunday dinners and holiday feasts, a baked ham is always a showstopper. This Instant Pot version takes the hassle out of preparing a ham and gives you tender, mouthwatering results in a fraction of the time.

The ham is pressure-cooked with a sweet and tangy mixture of crushed pineapple, maple syrup, brown sugar, and mustard for a perfect balance of flavors. The pineapple and maple syrup produce a natural sweetness, while the mustard adds a subtle tang that complements the richness of the ham. The addition of pineapple juice ensures the meat stays moist and flavorful throughout the cooking process.

Finish the ham with a quick bake in the oven for an extra-special touch to give it a beautiful golden crust.

Whether preparing a festive centerpiece or just looking for an easy way to serve a crowd-pleasing meal, this Instant Pot baked ham is the answer. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, you’ll have a stunning and flavorful dish that feels like it took hours!

Leftover Ham Ideas

How to Store Leftover Ham

  • Refrigerate leftover ham in a shallow covered container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze sliced or diced thoroughly cooled leftover ham in resealable freezer bags for up to 1 month for best quality, or up to 3 or 4 months if vacuum sealed.
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Instant Pot Baked Ham

Glazing the Instant Pot ham for a quick finish in the oven.

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Save time in the kitchen with this Instant Pot baked ham recipe. Tender and mouthwatering results in a fraction of the time.

  • Author: Diana Rattray
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Pressure Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Ham, Holiday Mains
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 6-pound fully cooked bone-in ham*
  • 1 20-ounce can crushed pineapple
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup mustard (Dijon or spicy brown)
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 small can pineapple rings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure the ingredients and have them ready for preparation.
    Ingredients for a fast and delicious instant pot baked ham with pineapple.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  2. Combine the crushed pineapple, broth sugar, maple syrup, mustard, and pineapple juice in a medium bowl; stir to blend.
    Pineapple sauce mixture for Instant Pot baked Ham recipe.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  3. Place the ham in the Instant Pot and add the pineapple sauce mixture over it.
    Ham and pineapple mixture in the Instant pot.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  4. Lock the lid in place, make sure the knob is in the sealing position, and select high pressure. Set the timer for 20 minutes.
    Instant Pot lid with vent in the sealing position.Testing the Instant Pot ham with an instant-read thermometer.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  5. When the time is up, let the pressure come down naturally for 15 minutes, then do a quick release. Check the temperature of the ham. It should register around 140 F or higher. Even though it is fully cooked, the flavor is best when it’s cooked to at least 140 F.
    Checking the temperature of the instant pot baked ham.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  6. Strain the juices into a fat separator. Pour the defatted juices and solids back into the Instant Pot and set it to sauté. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes to reduce the mixture and concentrate the flavors. Spoon over the ham. If desired, place the ham in a foil-lined baking pan, spoon the glaze over it, and bake at 425 F for 15 to 20 minutes to set the glaze.
    Glazing the Instant Pot ham for a quick finish in the oven.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  7. Transfer the ham to a serving platter and slice.
    Instant Pot ham ready to carve.
    Credit: Diana Rattray
  8. Serve with pineapple rings, if desired. Enjoy!
    Instant Pot baked ham sliced and served with sweet potato fries, pineapple, and broccoli.
    Credit: Diana Rattray

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Notes

*Make sure the ham will fit in your Instant Pot.  You might be able to cut it into 2 pieces.

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