Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Baked Spiral Ham prepared in the convenience of your slow cooker. This succulent dish is perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. The spiral-cut ham is generously coated with a sweet and tangy honey glaze that caramelizes beautifully during the slow cooking process, resulting in a tender and juicy ham with a glaze that's bursting with flavor. Accompanying the main recipe are variations that cater to different preferences: a Brown Sugar Glazed Ham for a classic sweet glaze, a Pineapple Glazed Ham for a tropical twist, and a Maple Glazed Ham for a rich and subtly sweet flavor.
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SLOW COOKER HONEY BAKED HAM
This Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham is a family favorite at our house. We have it every Easter, and it has become a tradition that we all love and look forward to. It's quick, simple and delicious.
Provided by Momma Cyd
Categories Main Course
Time 8h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray (if you have a slow cooker liner, I suggest using it to make clean-up a breeze). Place ham in the slow cooker.
- Combine mustard, sugar, honey, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a sauce pan on medium heat. Let cook for 2-5 minutes (until ingredients melt and combine) and whisk thoroughly. Remove from heat.
- Pour water in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour honey/brown sugar mixture over the ham.
- If the lid does not fit over your ham, you can make a tin foil tent (I used an 8 lb ham and it didn't fit in my 6 quart slow cooker).
- Cook the ham on low for 6-8 hours. Baste the ham with the juices in the bottom of the slow cooker once every hour.
- Once your ham is done, remove it from your slow cooker. Pour the juices in the bottom of your slow cooker into a medium saucepan. Mix together 2 Tablespoons of cornstarch with 1 Tablespoon of water and pour into the saucepan. Cook on medium heat until it starts to thicken. Use that as a glaze over the ham or even as a gravy for potatoes.
- Even if you don't have a slow cooker, you can still bake this ham in your oven. Once again, make a tent with aluminum foil and bake 15 to 20 minutes per pound at 350 degrees. Baste the ham once every thirty minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 49 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Sodium 2719 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW-COOKER SPIRAL HAM
My family loves when I make this slow-cooker spiral ham. I'm not sure which they love more though: eating it straightaway or as leftovers on sandwiches. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h10m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place ham in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, butter, cider vinegar, garlic and red pepper flakes; pour over ham. Top with onion slices. , Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 140°, 4-5 hours. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 821mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.
HONEY-BAKED SPIRAL HAM IN THE SLOW COOKER
The tastiest spiral ham ever made in the slow cooker.
Provided by Christina Tabaretti
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 6h18m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray the slow cooker insert with cooking spray and place ham inside.
- Combine honey, brown sugar, mustard, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, whisking thoroughly, until sugar is melted and ingredients are combined, 2 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Pour water into the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour sauce over the ham. Cover.
- Cook in the slow cooker on Low, 6 to 8 hours. Baste the ham with the juices from the bottom once every hour.
- Remove ham from the slow cooker. Pour juices from the bottom into a saucepan over medium heat. Mix cornstarch and water together in a bowl and pour into the saucepan. Cook until mixture thickens into a glaze, 6 to 8 minutes. Pour glaze over the ham or use as a gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 123.1 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 56.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 3005.1 mg, Sugar 20.5 g
SLOW-COOKED HONEY-GLAZED HAM
The secret of this tender honey-baked ham is slow cooking. I start it in a low temp oven around 6 p.m. the night before if used for breakfast. If used for dinner, it can be started later in the evening, turned off and restarted the next morning. Don't use a spiral-sliced ham because it will dry out.
Provided by Bohunk
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Meat and Seafood Ham
Time 17h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blend brown sugar, honey, molasses, orange juice, and mustard together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until thickened, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat. Let glaze sit until flavors blend, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Place ham in a roasting pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven, checking occasionally, about 10 hours. If ham begins to darken at that point, cover with aluminum foil. Continue baking, about 2 hours more.
- Increase oven temperature to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Bake, coating ham thoroughly with the glaze mixture every 30 minutes, about 2 hours more. Remove from the oven and let stand 15 to 20 minutes before slicing. Serve any remaining glaze with ham, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2830.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 1331.6 mg, Fat 69.6 g, Protein 519.4 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 18489.5 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
SLOW COOKER HONEY BAKED HAM RECIPE
This Slow Cooker Honey Baked Ham Recipe is cooked to perfection in your slow cooker and is covered in a sweet, brown sugar and honey glaze.
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 3h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place ham, flat side down, in the slow cooker.
- Pour ⅓ cup water around the sides and bottom of the ham.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine Dijon mustard, brown sugar, honey, nutmeg and cinnamon. Whisk constantly and cook for 2-5 minutes, or until sugar dissolves.
- Pour glaze over ham in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-4 hours or until heated through if your ham is precooked. If it's not precooked, it will take 4-6 hours.
- When ham is done cooking, remove it from the slow cooker and cut into slices.
- Pour the ham drippings through a strainer and into a medium saucepan.
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water then whisk into drippings over medium-high heat.
- Continue cooking and whisking until gravy comes to a boil and reaches desired thickness.
- Serve gravy with ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 822 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 69 g, Fat 53 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Cholesterol 197 mg, Sodium 3806 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- To ensure an evenly cooked ham, place it flat against the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Baste the ham with honey and pineapple juice every 30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the ham. It should reach 140°F for a medium-rare ham or 160°F for a fully cooked ham.
- Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Garnish the ham with pineapple slices, cherries, or fresh herbs before serving for a festive presentation.
Conclusion:
Honey-baked spiral ham in the slow cooker is an easy and delicious way to prepare this classic holiday dish. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can relax and enjoy your time with family and friends. With its sweet and savory glaze, tender and juicy texture, this ham is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a hassle-free way to create a memorable meal.
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