Name: Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (6–8 lb) bone-in cooked ham (pre-cooked); 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark); 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 tsp ground cloves; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional); 1/4 tsp ground mustard

This Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham is a delicious and easy recipe, perfect for holiday dinners or family gatherings. The tender, juicy ham is coated with a sweet and savory brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully as it cooks low and slow. The slow cooker ensures a perfectly moist and flavorful ham every time.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Use a Bone-In Ham: For the best flavor and moisture, use a bone-in ham, which releases more natural juices.
Score the Ham: Scoring the ham helps the glaze penetrate deeper into the meat, making it more flavorful.
Glaze Carefully: Pour the glaze evenly over the ham, but save some to brush on during cooking to keep it extra flavorful.
Low and Slow: For the best results, cook on low heat for a few hours to keep the ham tender.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

This Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham is perfect for holidays and family gatherings because it is super easy to make and requires minimal effort. The slow cooker does all the work, ensuring your ham is moist and tender with a caramelized brown sugar glaze that is absolutely mouth-watering. With only a few ingredients, you can create a show-stopping dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Yield: Serves 8

Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham

This Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham is a flavorful, sweet, and savory dish that’s easy to make and perfect for gatherings.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 6 hours

Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 (6–8 lb) bone-in cooked ham (pre-cooked)
1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
1/4 tsp ground mustard

Instructions

Prepare the Ham: Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. This helps the glaze to penetrate and adds an attractive finish.
Make the Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cloves, cinnamon, and ground mustard. Stir until smooth.
Place the Ham in the Crockpot: Put the ham in the slow cooker. Pour half of the glaze mixture over the ham, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
Cook the Ham: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4–6 hours. Brush the remaining glaze over the ham halfway through the cooking process for extra flavor.
Serve: Once the ham is heated through and caramelized, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

If you want a crisper glaze, you can place the ham under the broiler for a few minutes after it’s done cooking in the crockpot.
Make sure to save any leftover glaze from the crockpot to drizzle over your ham when serving.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 182Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 11mgSodium 374mgCarbohydrates 41gFiber 0gSugar 40gProtein 4g

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Ingredients Notes:

Ham: Choose a pre-cooked bone-in ham for convenience. You can also use a spiral-sliced ham, but make sure it’s well-glazed during cooking.
Brown Sugar: Light or dark brown sugar works perfectly, with dark brown sugar giving a slightly richer flavor.
Honey: Adds an extra layer of sweetness and helps the glaze caramelize.
Spices: Ground mustard and cloves enhance the flavor of the glaze. Adjust the spices according to your taste.

Variations and Substitutions:

Maple Syrup: Swap honey for maple syrup for a unique, earthy sweetness.
Pineapple Glaze: For a tropical twist, add pineapple juice or crushed pineapple to the glaze mixture.
Spices: Try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a warm, aromatic flavor profile.
Brown Sugar-Free: Use a sugar substitute like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-sugar version of this dish.

Storage Options:

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, place the ham in the oven or microwave with a little bit of the leftover glaze to keep it moist.