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Slow Cooker Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze is the ultimate in easy, hassle-free Holiday recipes. Also a great Sunday dinner recipe. Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together into a delicious glazed ham recipe. The brown sugar glaze creates a caramelized, glistening exterior that will have your guests coming back for seconds!

Slow Cooker Ham sliced on white plate

Crock Pot Glazed Ham

Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or just want an effortless ham dish for dinner, this Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Glazed Ham is sure to be a favorite.

This Slow Cooker Ham recipe is perfect for:
Easter dinner, Christmas dinner, Sunday dinner, or anytime you want a juicy ham to feast on!

What Kind of Ham is Best for Slow Cooking?

For best results, choose a fully-cooked, bone-in ham that is uncut. Uncut hams stay much juicier. They are easy to slice.
If you choose a spiral-cut ham, wrap it in foil so it stays moist. Or, you can cook it for less time. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t dry out.

plate of Slow Cooker Ham, green beans, and mashed potatoes on a white plate

Can Diet Soda be Used in Slow Cooker Ham?

Yes you can. Diet Dr Pepper or Diet Coke (I like the taste of Coke Zero better) will work well in this recipe.

Can the Ham be Cooked Without Liquid?

Yes, as the ham will produce its own juices. Wrap it in foil for best results. Then simmer the glaze ingredients on the stove with a cornstarch slurry.

Making a Crockpot Ham is Easy!

pouring glaze ingredients over ham in crock
1) Mix together the glaze ingredients of Coke (or your favorite dark soda), brown sugar, cloves, mustard, and ginger.
2) Pour the glaze over the ham and slow cook!

• If you are cooking a spiral cut ham, watch the cook time so it doesn’t dry out.
• You can wrap it in foil and add the glaze in there, and then cook it. This helps retain moisture as well as slows down the cook time.

Save the Ham Bone!

There are so many recipes you can make with a leftover meaty ham bone. A few favorites are:
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans and Ham
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham
Slow Cooker Ham Vegetable Barley Soup

Leftover Ham Storage

• Put the cooled crock pot ham in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• FREEZE: Wrap in foil and place in a freezer baggie for up to 3 months.
• Save the bone and meat scraps for soups or beans, etc.

Instant Pot Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Instant Pot Candied Yams – Sweet Potatoes
Slow Cooker Creamy Sweet Potatoes
Easy Crock Pot Beef Stew

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Slow Cooker Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

By Sandy Clifton

This delicious ham is the ultimate in easy, hassle-free holiday cooking. Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together, and the brown sugar glaze creates a caramelized, glistening exterior.

Prep: 5

Cook: 4

Total: 4 5

Servings: - 12

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Equipment

6-quart or larger Slow Cooker

Ingredients

▢ 6-7 pound Ham (bone-in or spiral cut)
▢ 1 cup Coca Cola or Dr. Pepper (regular or diet)
▢ 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed
▢ ¼ cup Dijon Mustard
▢ 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
▢ ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves
▢ ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger

Garnish

▢ Fresh Herbs thyme, rosemary, cranberries, oranges

Instructions

Place the ham in the slow cooker.
Combine the cola, brown sugar, mustard, cinnamon, cloves and ginger.
Pour the sauce over the ham.
Set on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours. Don't overcook!
If you want a thicker glaze, add some corn starch mixed with a little water to the drippings and boil it in a small saucepan until thickened. Then pour over the servings.
Place the ham on a serving platter and garnish with herbs, orange slices or cranberries.

Notes

I prefer to use a bone-in ham, but any ham will work.
Hams are cooked so they really only need to be heated through. If they overcook they can dry out, so watch carefully.
Spoon the glaze over the ham throughout the cooking time.
If you want a nice crust, place your ham on a cookie sheet and set under a 500° broiler for 5 minutes. Watch carefully!

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
You may divide the leftovers into separate containers and freeze for up to 3 months.

Calories are approximate for a 3-ounce serving.