There's not much to making a slow cooker ham in the crock pot – because it's really already cooked. How do you cook a spiral ham in the crock pot? 🍴TIP: This delicious dish is also included in our Celebration Menu Planning Made Easy Set! I've been making it at our house at Easter for years and am so excited to have that part of the meal already planned!) This is a SUPER easy recipe to make and most items (other than the Ham), you'll likely already have on hand. If you're thinking about cooking a ham for Christmas dinner but want to keep your oven space free, give this a try in the crockpot!
#CROCK POT SPIRAL SLICED HAM HOW TO#
How to Cook a Spiral Sliced Ham in the Crock Pot You just need three items for an amazing slow cooker ham! This is for quality only, as frozen hams remain safe to eat indefinitely.If you like ham, you've got to try this delicious Spiral Ham in a Crock pot. You can freeze leftovers (tightly sealed) for 1-2 months for optimal freshness. The ham can be stored in the fridge tightly sealed and covered for up to 3-4 days. You can make the ham up to 3-4 days in advance if preferred. It always tastes best when it’s freshly cooked. Can You Make it Ahead?įor holiday celebrations, I prefer to make the ham in the morning. How Much Ham Should You Estimate Per PersonĮstimate about ½ pound per person. Cook Time/How Long to CookĬook the ham for 3-4 hours on Low heat. If your ham is too large for your slow cooker, you can cover the top with foil as it cooks. My 7 quart Crockpot can fit an 8 1/2 pound spiral sliced ham with the lid on. Add the cornstarch slurry mixture to the glaze.Add cornstarch and water to a small bowl and stir to combine.Add honey, cinnamon, and ground cloves.Once the ham has cooked, pour the liquid from the bottom of the slow cooker into a saucepan or skillet on medium heat to make the ham glaze.
Add ham, pineapple juice, and brown sugar or sweetener to the slow cooker.
#CROCK POT SPIRAL SLICED HAM FULL#
How to Make Slow Cooker Crockpot Spiral Hamĭetailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Combine the ingredients in a saucepan on the stove until thick. I like to use a combination of the juices from the ham when it cooks, pineapple juice, brown sugar or brown sweetener, honey, cinnamon, ground cloves, and cornstarch (as a thickener) to make the glaze. Turn the ham and repeat the diagonal lines to form a criss cross pattern. Start at one end of the ham, and near the bottom cut about 1/3 of an inch into the ham and in a complete line across.Ĭontinue to make similar cuts and lines about an inch apart. While scoring, use a sharp knife and a cutting board. I don’t score spiral sliced hams because they are already cut and you can baste the glaze into the cut sections of the meat. You will make diagonal cuts into the ham. Scoring will also make the ham gorgeous and very presentable. Hams are really thick, so scoring a ham before you cook it is necessary in order to help the ham glaze penetrate into the meat. Check out this complete guide to buying hams. The label should just read “ham” - not Ham, water added or Ham with natural juices. Look for one with no added water or juices. Some hams are artificially plumped up with water or solutions, but this dilutes the flavor. When buying ham, be sure to read the labels. You will still have to cut along the bone to remove your slices, but the hard part is already done and the presentation is beautiful. The smoked ham is placed on a spit and rotated against a blade while moving lengthwise so it’s sliced in a spiral, right to the bone. If you aren’t a fan of carving, spiral-sliced hams work great! They are also a time saver. You can also use the leftover ham bone can be used in other recipes to add flavor, like my Slow Cooker Crockpot Ham and Potato Soup. I like to use bone-in hams because they have more flavor. Once purchased all you need to do is reheat and add an amazing glaze!
Most people prefer cured hams, so that’s what you will typically find in grocery stores, especially around the holidays. Start with whether you plan to buy a fresh ham or a cured, smoked, and pre-cooked ham. Serve this tender and juicy ham drizzled in a homemade sauce of pineapple, honey, and brown sugar glaze for your favorite gatherings or events! This Slow Cooker Crockpot Spiral Sliced Glazed Ham recipe is simple, easy, and perfect for the holiday season. Shop My Discount Codes and Amazon Store.Meal Prep Guide: How to Meal Prep Like a Boss.
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