Cooking a Pre Cooked Ham in the Crock Pot
Transform your holiday table with this incredibly easy and flavorful method for cooking a pre-cooked ham in the crock pot. Perfect for gatherings or an effortless weeknight dinner, this recipe combines a tender, juicy ham with a luscious glaze made from brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. The slow cooker does all the work, infusing every bite with sweet and savory goodness while keeping the ham perfectly moist. Optional add-ins like cinnamon and whole cloves elevate the flavor with warm, spiced undertones. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no need to babysit the stove, this foolproof crock pot recipe is the ultimate time-saver. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this dish is as impressive as it is simple to make!
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Ingredients
- 5 pounds pre-cooked ham (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 8 pieces whole cloves (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Unwrap the pre-cooked ham and place it in the crock pot. For a bone-in ham, place it flat side down. If the ham is too large for the crock pot, trim a portion off to fit, and save the trimmings for another use.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Optionally, add ground cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor.
Step 3
Pour the glaze mixture evenly over the ham, ensuring it runs down all sides.
Step 4
If using whole cloves, carefully insert them into the top of the ham at spaced intervals for added flavor.
Step 5
Cover the crock pot with its lid. If the ham protrudes slightly, use aluminum foil to tightly cover the ham before placing the lid on top.
Step 6
Set the crock pot to LOW heat and cook for 4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the ham is 140°F (60°C). Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature if necessary.
Step 7
Every hour, baste the ham with the juices from the bottom of the crock pot using a spoon or baster to keep it moist and flavorful.
Step 8
Once cooked, carefully remove the ham from the crock pot and place it on a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Step 9
Slice and serve the ham with some of the cooking juices drizzled on top, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2819.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4446.2 |
| Total Fat 121.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1134.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 27992.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 320.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 306.2g | |
| Protein 477.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 405.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6754.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories