Best 6 Instant Pot Holiday Ham Recipes
**Satisfy your holiday cravings with our collection of Instant Pot ham recipes. From classic glazed hams to unique takes on this traditional dish, our recipes offer a variety of flavors to suit every taste. Whether you prefer a sweet and savory glaze or a tangy mustard crust, we have the perfect recipe for you. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and cooking times, ensuring that your ham turns out juicy and flavorful. So gather your family and friends, and let's celebrate the holidays with a delicious Instant Pot ham.**
**In this article, you'll find recipes for:**
* **Classic Glazed Ham:** A timeless holiday favorite, this recipe features a sweet and tangy glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the Instant Pot.
* **Brown Sugar Ham:** For a slightly sweeter variation, try this recipe with a brown sugar glaze. The result is a sticky, flavorful ham that's perfect for a special occasion.
* **Mustard-Crusted Ham:** If you prefer a tangy and savory ham, this recipe is for you. The mustard crust adds a bold flavor that pairs perfectly with the tender pork.
* **Honey-Baked Ham:** This simple recipe uses honey and spices to create a delicious glaze that's sure to impress your guests. The ham is juicy and flavorful, with a beautiful golden-brown crust.
* **Pineapple Ham:** For a tropical twist on the classic ham, try this recipe with pineapple slices and brown sugar. The pineapple adds a touch of sweetness and acidity that complements the ham perfectly.
No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and memorable holiday meal with your loved ones.
INSTANT POT HOLIDAY HONEY HAM
Whether it's the holidays or not, this honey ham is done so easily and perfectly, you can do it when you sleepwalk into the kitchen for a midnight snack.
Provided by Jeffrey
Categories Meat
Time 8m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a great knife, carve the ham into desired-sized slices and set aside
- Make the sauce by mixing the honey, pineapple, brown sugar and ginger ale together in a mixing bowl
- Using stackable pans, pour in a little sauce on the bottom of each pan, layer with the sliced ham and evenly distribute the sauce/pineapples into each pan (If you don't have these pans and wish to use aluminum foil instead, see the "Jeffrey Sez" section of the recipe)
- Place the trivet in the Instant Pot with 1 - 1.5 cups of water. Rest the stacstackable pansable pans on top of the trivet
- Hit "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" High Pressure for 3 minutes per pound (I used 3.5 lbs so I cooked for 10 minutes). Quick release when done
- Using the handle from the stackable pans' caddy, carefully remove from the Instant Pot, uncover the pans and transfer the ham, pineapple and desired sauce to a casserole dish or serving bowl
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1281 calories, Carbohydrate 111 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 200 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 22 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 163 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 8196 grams sodium, Sugar 44 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams unsaturated fat
INSTANT POT® HAM
This is one reason I love my Instant Pot®. I can pull a frozen ham from the freezer, put it in the Instant Pot® with just 3 ingredients and, with almost no effort, have dinner on the table.
Provided by Brandi Doss Russell
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place ham on a trivet and set it inside a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Pour crushed pineapple over ham. Sprinkle brown sugar and drizzle maple syrup on top. Secure the lid with vent closed.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Remove ham and trivet. Cut ham into slices and place on a plate.
- Select Saute setting on the pressure cooker. Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir mixture into the pot, bring to a boil, and stir until thickened. Pour sauce over the ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1460.5 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
INSTANT POT BROWN SUGAR HOLIDAY HAM
This Instant Pot Brown Sugar Holiday Ham gives you an incredibly flavorful ham with very little work and with only 12 minutes of cook time! Everyone will love it!
Provided by Aunt Lou
Categories Main
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place ham in a 6-quart instant pot flat side down.
- Rub brown sugar over all sides of the ham.
- Drizzle with juice and syrup.
- Seal and cook on manual, high for 12 minutes.
INSTANT POT™ HOLIDAY HAM
Look what else your Instant Pot™ can do! Holiday ham has never been quicker, easier or more delicious. And surprisingly, you can have it all when you opt for a boneless ham-saving you money and fuss. The secret to this flavorful recipe is in the sauce, which features classic ingredients, like butter, brown sugar, Dijon, Worcestershire and cayenne. Combining these with the cooking liquid makes for a buttery and taste bud-pleasing sauce you can slather all over your sliced ham. So next time you've got a crowd to feed or a holiday to celebrate, let your Instant Pot™ do the heavy lifting while you enjoy your company.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray 6-quart Instant Pot™ with cooking spray. Add broth to insert; place rack in bottom of insert. Make 12 thin cuts in ham, leaving bottom 1/2 inch uncut. Place ham, cut side up, on rack in insert.
- Secure lid; set pressure valve to SEALING. Select MANUAL; cook on high pressure 15 minutes. Select CANCEL. Set pressure valve to VENTING position to release pressure manually. Internal temperature in bottom center of ham (uncut portion) should be at least 140°F using instant-read thermometer. If ham is not done, select MANUAL, and cook on high pressure 3 minutes longer. Select CANCEL. Set pressure valve to VENTING position to release pressure manually.
- When cool enough to handle, carefully transfer ham to cutting board. Cut slices away from the ham.
- In small bowl, stir together melted butter, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and red pepper. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid. Serve ham with the butter sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 180 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize About 3 (1/4-inch) Ham Slices and 2 Tbsp Sauce, Sodium 4240 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g
INSTANT POT HAM WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZE
This easy instant pot ham has a brown sugar, honey, and orange glaze that makes it irresistible. Cooking it in the Instant Pot keeps it tender and juicy.
Provided by Robin Donovan
Categories Main Dish Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the trivet in the inner pot along with 1 cup of water (or 1 ½ if using an 8-quart pressure cooker).
- Lay out two long pieces (long enough to go all the way around the ham) of heavy-duty aluminum foil crisscrossed one on top of the other.
- Place the ham on top of the foil in the middle where the two pieces cross.
- In a small bowl, stir together the sugar, mustard, orange zest and juice, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
- Brush and drizzle the glaze onto the ham, gently pulling the slices of meat apart to get some of the glaze down in between the slices. Reserve some of the glaze for later.
- Wrap the top piece of foil around the ham and then wrap the other piece around it. The ham should be completely covered and well wrapped in the foil.
- Place the ham on the trivet in the Instant Pot.
- Cover and seal the pot and pressure cook for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the ham (for 20 minutes for a 5- to 6-pound ham, 25 minutes for a 7-pound ham, 30 minutes for an 8-pound ham.)
- Once the cooking time ends, let the pressure release naturally for 5 to 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Meanwhile, preheat the broiler or your oven to 500ºF.
- When you remove the ham from the Instant Pot, place it on a baking sheet and open up the foil.
- Brush, drizzle, or pour the remaining glaze over the top of the ham and put under the broiler or in the oven for about 5 minutes, until the glaze bubbles and thickens.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 9 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 1 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 217 milligrams sodium, Sugar 19 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat
INSTANT POT® HONEY-GLAZED HAM
This recipe is for a bone-in, spiral-cut, pre-cooked ham. When you buy a spiral ham at the grocery store, it's almost always already fully cooked which means most of the time you just need to heat it through. The ham's packaging comes with suggestions about how long to cook or heat the ham and those suggestions always recommend using an oven. I'm here to tell you that I don't think I'll ever use an oven to warm a bone-in, spiral ham ever again after using an Instant Pot®!
Provided by Joan A. Peterson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pour water into the steel basin of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place the ham, sliced side-down, into the pot.
- Mix brown sugar, honey, mustard, Worcestershire, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves together in a bowl. Pour glaze on top of the ham. Close and lock the lid.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release any remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Drain liquid from the pot into a bowl and set aside. Allow ham to rest for at least 10 minutes; remove to a platter.
- Select Saute function and add the liquid back into the pot. Cook until reduced to your liking, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour sweet sauce on top of ham slices when serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1596.9 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
Tips:
- To save time, purchase a pre-cooked ham. You can also use a fresh ham but it will take longer to cook.
- If you are using a fresh ham, make sure to soak it in water for at least 12 hours before cooking.
- To ensure that the ham cooks evenly, place it on a trivet or steamer basket in the Instant Pot.
- Add flavorful liquids or aromatics to the Instant Pot, such as apple cider, pineapple juice, or orange juice. You can also add herbs and spices, such as rosemary, thyme, or cloves.
- Cook the ham on high pressure for the recommended time, then let it naturally release pressure for at least 10 minutes before opening the Instant Pot.
- To glaze the ham, remove it from the Instant Pot and brush it with a mixture of brown sugar, honey, and mustard. Then, place the ham under the broiler for a few minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
- Serve the ham with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
The Instant Pot is a great way to cook ham for the holidays. It is a quick and easy method that produces delicious and flavorful results. With a few simple tips, you can ensure that your Instant Pot ham is perfect every time.
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