Ditch the holiday hustle and let your slow cooker work its magic. This simple, delicious ham recipe is the perfect way to wow your guests without breaking a sweat.
Minimal prep, maximum flavor! This easy-breezy ham is slow-cooked to juicy perfection with a simple, delicious glaze.
Crockpot Ham: Your New Holiday goto because….
- Quick Prep, Big Flavor: Get it in the pot in minutes!
- Tender, Juicy Goodness: Slow-cooked perfection, every time.
- Oven Space Saver: More room for your other holiday favorites.
- Hands-Off Holiday: Easy as pie, literally.
- Year-Round Yum: Perfect for any occasion, big or small.
What You’ll Need
Ham:
- Size Matters: Choose a fully cooked ham up to 10 lbs for your 6qt slow cooker.
- Bone-In or Spiral: Both work great! Spiral ham is a crowd-pleaser, easy to serve.
- Scoring Tip: If your ham isn’t spiral-cut, score the meat to let the glaze soak in.
Glaze:
- Sweet & Savory: A simple mix of jelly, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, and spices.
- Flavor Tweaks: Swap apple jelly for apricot preserves or try a classic brown sugar glaze.
How Much Ham To Buy
- ¼ – ⅓ lb. per person of boneless ham
- ⅓ – ½ lb. per person of bone-in ham
How-To:
- Sweet Start: Sprinkle a bit of brown sugar in the slow cooker.
- Add Your Ham: Place the ham in the cooker according to the recipe.
- Glaze It Up: Pour the prepared glaze over the ham.
- Set It & Forget It: Cover and cook until heated through.
Pro Tips:
- Temperature Check: Cook your ham to an internal temperature of 140°F.
- Cooking Time: Plan on 4-5 hours on low for an 8-10lb ham.
- Slow Cooker Variation: Check your ham early, as cook times can vary.
- Ham Choice: A fully-cooked spiral ham is a convenient option.
- Scoring Tip: If using a non-spiral ham, score it diagonally for better flavor penetration.
- Homemade Glaze: Ditch the packet and use our delicious homemade glaze recipe.
- Optional Flavor Boost: Add up to ½ cup pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
- Juicy Goodness: Your ham will release natural juices, so no need to add extra liquid.
This effortless crock pot ham is a holiday dinner staple. Whether it's Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, this recipe will impress your guests. Simply slice the ham, arrange it on a platter, and garnish with fresh herbs or additional rosemary. Pair it with any of our favorite side dish recipes for a complete holiday meal.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 Hours
Total Time: 4 Hours/ 15minutes
Serving Size: 10
Ingredients
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 to 3 sprigs fresh rosemary optional
- 8 to 10 pound spiral ham fully cooked, see notes for other ham
For the Glaze
- ½ cup apple jelly apricot preserves, or orange marmalade
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
Glaze Preparation:
- In a small saucepan, melt apple jelly over medium heat.
- Whisk in remaining glaze ingredients.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Ham Preparation:
- Sprinkle ¼ cup brown sugar in the bottom of a 6-7 quart slow cooker.
- Remove the plastic disk from the center of the ham, if present.
- Score the top of the ham in a criss-cross pattern, about ⅛-inch deep, especially if it's a spiral ham.
- Separate the layers of ham and brush each layer with glaze.
- Place the ham in the slow cooker and pour the remaining glaze over the top.
Cooking:
- Add rosemary sprigs to the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker (refer to note) and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
Notes:
Ham Selection: Ensure your ham is smoked and fully cooked. Check the package for specific temperature instructions. If using a non-spiral ham, scoring the top will help the glaze penetrate.
Glaze Flexibility: Feel free to substitute apple jelly with apricot jam/jelly/preserves, apple butter, or orange marmalade.
Ham Size Accommodation: If your ham is too large, cover the slow cooker with foil and place the lid on top to seal in heat.
Temperature Monitoring: As slow cookers can vary, use an instant-read thermometer to check the ham early and prevent overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 997 | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 78g | Fat: 61g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 224mg | Sodium: 4388mg | Potassium: 1081mg | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 1.6mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3.5mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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