Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
Why make this recipe
Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham is a great dish for family gatherings, holidays, or even just a nice Sunday dinner. The sweet, sticky glaze adds amazing flavor and makes the ham juicy and tender. You can easily prepare this dish ahead of time and let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy your time with family and friends.
How to make Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
Ingredients
- 8-10 lb bone-in spiral half ham
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 tsp seasoned salt
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground clove
- 1/8 tsp allspice
Directions
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Slow Cook Ham: Place the ham in a slow cooker. In a bowl, mix together melted butter, honey, sugar, seasoned salt, onion powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, ginger, ground clove, and allspice. Pour this mixture over the ham. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the ham is heated through.
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Broil Ham: After slow cooking, remove the ham from the slow cooker and place it on a baking sheet. Preheat your broiler. Brush some of the cooking liquid over the ham. Broil for about 5-10 minutes or until the ham is nicely browned and caramelized. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
How to serve Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
Slice the ham and serve it warm. Pair it with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or macaroni and cheese. This dish also works great on sandwiches or in salads.
How to store Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for about 3 to 5 days. You can also freeze leftover ham for up to 2 months. Thinly slice or cube the ham before freezing for easy use later.
Tips to make Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
- Make sure to choose a ham that fits well in your slow cooker. If it’s too big, the cooking may not be even.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 140°F for safe eating.
- For extra flavor, let the glaze sit on the ham for a while before cooking.
Variation
You can customize the glaze by adding your favorite ingredients, such as orange juice or mustard, for a different flavor. You can also use a different type of ham if you prefer.
FAQs
Q: Can I cook a frozen ham in the slow cooker?
A: It is best to thaw the ham before cooking to ensure even heating and safe cooking.
Q: How can I tell when the ham is done?
A: Use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 140°F.
Q: Can I make this recipe without a slow cooker?
A: Yes! You can bake it in the oven at a low temperature, following similar cooking times, but keep an eye on it to avoid drying out.
Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham
Ingredients
Method
- Place the ham in a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together melted butter, honey, sugar, seasoned salt, onion powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, ginger, ground clove, and allspice.
- Pour this mixture over the ham.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the ham is heated through.
- After slow cooking, remove the ham from the slow cooker and place it on a baking sheet.
- Preheat your broiler.
- Brush some of the cooking liquid over the ham.
- Broil for about 5-10 minutes or until the ham is nicely browned and caramelized. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
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