Slow Cooker Ham
Transform your holiday table with this irresistibly tender and flavorful Slow Cooker Ham, a fuss-free recipe perfect for any special occasion. This dish features a bone-in, fully cooked ham slow-cooked in a luscious glaze made from sweet brown sugar, tangy pineapple juice, rich honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a hint of sharpness. Ground cloves add a warm, aromatic depth, making every bite burst with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the ease of hands-off cooking, this recipe lets you spend less time in the kitchen and more with your loved ones. For an extra touch of elegance, broil the ham briefly after slow cooking to create a caramelized finish that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re serving it at a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner, this crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with classic sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Keywords: slow cooker ham, holiday ham recipe, easy ham glaze, pineapple ham recipe, crockpot ham.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lbs bone-in fully cooked ham
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1.5 cups pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
Instructions
Remove any excess packaging or netting from the ham, leaving the fat layer intact for flavor.
Place the ham cut-side down into the slow cooker. If the ham is too large, trim it slightly so the lid fits securely.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves until fully combined.
Pour the mixture over the ham, ensuring the entire surface is coated in the glaze.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook the ham on LOW heat for 6 hours, basting it occasionally with the cooking juices to keep it moist.
Once done, carefully remove the ham from the slow cooker and place it on a serving platter.
Optional: To add a caramelized finish, brush the ham with some of the cooking juices and broil it in the oven for 3-5 minutes, watching closely so it doesn’t burn.
Slice the ham and serve with the remaining glaze as a sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 22507 mg | 979% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.2 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.1 g | ||
| Protein | 381.3 g | 763% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 5466 mg | 116% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
