This Slow Cooker Honey-Glazed Ham tastes just like the famous ham we all love, but is so easy to make right at home. With just 5 minutes of prep time, the crockpot does all of the cooking for you. This is the perfect main course to serve a crowd for the holidays or another gathering.
Want to know our secret to cooking for a crowd? Using the slow cooker! This Slow Cooker Honey-Glazed Ham is one of our best recipes for entertaining during the holidays. We've been making it for years and it's a family favorite recipe.
Believe it or not, it's actually easier to make at home than even buying the famous honey baked ham from the store (plus it's much more affordable too). With only 7 ingredients, anyone can truly make this impressive main course that pairs beautifully with so many of our favorite sides.
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Trust us when we say you have to try this recipe for your next holiday gathering and let us know what you think! Try serving Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes or Crockpot Cornbread Pudding alongside it, they're delicious.
Laura Ashley's Tip: A 4 to 5-pound spiral ham feeds about 6 to 10 people. We recommend buying a fully cooked spiral ham for this recipe. It's easiest to prepare in the slow cooker. You can also use a 5-7 pound bone-in spiral sliced ham.
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Easiest glazed ham recipe you'll ever make! With just 5 minutes of prep time, this is the simplest roast recipe for a crowd that is also impressive.
- Great for leftovers. We always love the leftover ham the next day, it's great on sandwiches, in soups, and on top of salad.
- Restaurant-glazed ham right at home. It's a more affordable and an easy to make version that tastes just like the famous Honey Baked Ham.
Ingredients
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- Fully cooked spiral sliced ham: You'll want to buy a 4 to 5 pound boneless ham to serve a crowd on any holiday! Be sure it's fully cooked and already spiral cut for the best honey flavor. You can also use a 5 to 7 pound bone-in spiral sliced ham.
- Honey: The base of the glaze for the ham.
- Brown sugar: Adds a rich molasses flavor to the glaze and an extra punch of sweetness.
- Dijon mustard: Gives a hint of tang to balance the sweetness of the glaze.
- Apple cider vinegar: Balances out the sugar and honey with a nice acid flavor.
- Ground cinnamon and ground cloves: Warm spices that add great rich taste to the ham.
- Cornstarch: Thickens the glaze to make a delicious honey sauce to serve the ham with.
- Fresh chopped parsley: This is optional, but adds a punch of fresh green color.
Tools You’ll Need
- Small Bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Liquid Measuring Cups
- Baster
- Crockpot
- Medium Saucepan or Skillet
- Flat Whisk
How to Make Slow Cooker Honey-Glazed Ham
- Grease the inside of a slow cooker with non-stick spray or butter. Place the ham in a slow cooker, cut side down. If needed, trim excess fat from the surface.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined. Turn the heat to medium high and cook until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.
- Carefully pour the honey glaze evenly over the ham, making sure it coats the surface well.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Baste the glaze over the ham every 45-60 minutes.
- Remove the ham from the slow cooker once it’s heated through. Pour the liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Mix the cornstarch with a 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry, then whisk it into the simmering liquid. Cook for a few minutes until the glaze has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Arrange the sliced ham on a serving platter. Drizzle the thickened honey glaze on top and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Expert Tips
- Make the glaze on the stovetop to help dissolve the sugar. You'll want to simmer it on the stove first, this ensures that the glaze becomes that thick and gooey texture that will coat the ham beautifully.
- Baste the ham every 45 minutes to an hour while cooking. This is the key tip to success with getting a nice honey flavor in every bite.
- Cook on the high setting for 2 to 3 hours or the low setting for 5 to 6 hours. You will know when the ham is done when it reaches 140ºF on a meat thermometer.
- If you buy a bone-in spiral ham be sure to save the bone! You can make a soup with the leftover ingredients. Add the ham bone into a soup to simmer, it will add so much flavor.
What to Serve with Slow Cooker Glazed Ham
There are so many delicious options for completing your holiday menu. Here are some of our favorite dishes to add to the table:
- Grape Salad Recipe
- Baked Macaroni and Cheese
- Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes
- Garlicky Green Beans
- Cucumber and Strawberry Salad
Storage and Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat them in the microwave or oven for a few minutes until warmed through. Freezing cooked ham is also an option, you can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
We love to use the leftover ham to make sandwiches the next day. It's also delicious in a breakfast casserole or in a soup too!
FAQs
No, be sure to place the ham cut-side down in the crockpot and then coat entirely in the glaze.
Yes, it works very well to cook the spiral ham in the slow cooker. It cooks the ham evenly and perfectly.
On high it takes 2 to 3 hours or low for 5 to 6 hours. Be sure to use a meat thermometer and temp the ham to 140ºF.
More Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes
- Slow Cooker Pot Roast
- Slow Cooker Pork Roast
- Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup
- Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples
Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham
Ingredients
- 4-5 pound fully cooked spiral boneless sliced ham or 5-7lb bone-in spiral sliced ham
- 1 cup honey
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup dijon mustard
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Garnish: fresh chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Grease the inside of a slow cooker with non-stick spray or butter. Place the ham in a slow cooker, cut side down. If needed, trim excess fat from the surface.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined. Turn the heat to medium high and cook until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.
- Carefully pour the honey glaze evenly over the ham, making sure it coats the surface well.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Baste the glaze over the ham every 45-60 minutes.
- Remove the ham from the slow cooker once it’s heated through. Pour the liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Mix the cornstarch with a 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry, then whisk it into the simmering liquid. Cook for a few minutes until the glaze has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Arrange the sliced ham on a serving platter. Drizzle the thickened honey glaze on top and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
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Notes
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- Make the glaze on the stovetop to help dissolve the sugar. You'll want to simmer it on the stove first, this ensures that the glaze becomes that thick and gooey texture that will coat the ham beautifully.
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- Baste the ham every 45 minutes to an hour while cooking. This is they key tip to success with getting a nice honey flavor in every bite.
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- Cook on the high setting for 2 to 3 hours or the low setting for 5 to 6 hours. You will know when the ham is done when it reaches 140ºF on a meat thermometer.
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- If you buy a bone-in spiral ham be sure to save the bone! You can make a soup with the leftover ingredients. Add the ham bone into a soup to simmer, it will add so much flavor.
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