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A close-up shot of the beautifully plated spiral-cut ham on a wooden serving platter over the white marble cooktop, drizzled with extra glaze and garnished with fresh herbs. The juicy, tender slices glisten under the light, ready to be served with favorite side dishes.

Crockpot Ham Recipe

This Crockpot Ham Recipe delivers a tender, juicy, and caramelized ham with a rich maple-pineapple glaze. It’s effortless, flavorful, and perfect for holidays or family dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 404
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 lb spiral cut ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup do not use artificially flavored pancake syrup
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • cooking spray
  • fresh herbs for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (Crockpot)
  • Measuring cups
  • Cooking spray
  • Basting brush (optional)
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Spray the crockpot with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
    A close-up shot of a black crockpot on the white marble cooktop, lightly sprayed with cooking spray to prevent sticking. The glossy interior reflects the light, ensuring a smooth and even surface for the ham to cook without sticking.
  2. Place the spiral-cut ham inside the crockpot, flat side down.
    A close-up shot of an 8 lb spiral-cut ham placed inside the black crockpot on the white marble cooktop, flat side down. The neatly sliced layers of pinkish-brown meat are arranged in a spiral pattern, ready to absorb the flavors during slow cooking.
  3. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, maple syrup, and pineapple juice.
    A close-up shot of a glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop, filled with brown sugar, pure maple syrup, and pineapple juice. A whisk stirs the thick, golden glaze, blending the ingredients into a smooth, flavorful mixture that will coat the ham.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly over the ham, ensuring it seeps into the slices.
    A close-up shot of the brown sugar maple glaze being poured evenly over the spiral-cut ham inside the black crockpot on the white marble cooktop. The syrupy mixture seeps into the slices, creating a glossy sheen and infusing the ham with rich, sweet flavors.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, occasionally spooning the glaze over the ham.
  6. Once heated through, transfer the ham to a serving platter.
  7. Drizzle extra glaze over the top and garnish with fresh herbs.
    A close-up shot of the fully cooked, caramelized spiral-cut ham being lifted from the black crockpot onto a wooden serving platter on the white marble cooktop. The rich brown sugar glaze drips down the sides, creating a beautifully golden-brown crust.
  8. Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides.
    A close-up shot of the beautifully plated spiral-cut ham on a wooden serving platter over the white marble cooktop, drizzled with extra glaze and garnished with fresh herbs. The juicy, tender slices glisten under the light, ready to be served with favorite side dishes.