Description
This Crockpot Ham with Pineapple recipe is an easy and flavorful way to prepare a bone-in spiral cut ham. Slow-cooked in a crockpot with a sweet and aromatic glaze made of brown sugar, dry mustard, and cloves, topped with pineapple slices and maraschino cherries, this dish brings holiday-worthy taste with minimal effort and maximum tenderness.
Ingredients
Scale
Ham and Glaze
- 7-8 pound bone-in spiral cut ham
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon cloves
Fruit Topping
- 1 (20oz) can sliced pineapple
- 16 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Glaze Mix: In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, dry mustard, and cloves thoroughly to create the flavorful glaze that will coat the ham.
- Prep the Ham: Unwrap the ham and pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess juice. Place the ham in the crockpot with the pre-cut side down. Rub the brown sugar mixture all over the ham, making sure to get into the crevices and slices between spiral cuts for maximum flavor infusion.
- Arrange Fruit Topping: Gently place the sliced pineapple over the ham, allowing them to rest on the side of the crockpot if needed. To keep pineapple slices in place, you can secure them with toothpicks. Place 1-2 maraschino cherries in the center of each pineapple slice for a festive garnish.
- Cook the Ham: Cover the crockpot and cook the ham on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 4-6 hours, depending on the size of the ham. The ham should be heated through and tender when done.
- Prepare the Glaze Sauce: Remove the pineapple slices and cherries from the crockpot and set aside for serving. Carefully take out the ham using sturdy tongs and a spatula. Pour the remaining cooking liquid from the crockpot into a small saucepan. Heat it over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil to reduce and thicken, forming a rich glaze sauce.
- Carve and Serve: Place the ham on a carving board with the pre-cut side down. Carve along the bone to remove the boneless sections, then slice the spiral cut ham into serving pieces. Continue to cut meat off the bone in sections. Transfer the slices to a serving platter and serve alongside the reserved pineapple, cherries, and the reduced glaze.
Notes
- Use a bone-in spiral cut ham for easy slicing and great flavor absorption.
- If pineapple slices do not stay in place, toothpicks can help secure them during cooking.
- Adjust cooking time depending on the size of the ham to ensure it heats through without drying out.
- Reducing the cooking liquid intensifies the flavors to create a delicious glaze sauce.
- Handle the ham carefully when removing from the crockpot; using long sturdy tongs and a spatula is recommended for safety and control.
