And if you’re preparing for one of those BIG dinners that require both a turkey and ham and maybe some beef too? This slow cooker ham recipe will be your secret to stress-free success.
Ham is the perfect thing to cook in the slow cooker because they’re already cooked. When you bake a ham, you’re essentially just warming it through and adding flavor.
In this case, the flavor comes this a super simple brown sugar pineapple glaze that’s the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. Serve with your favorite side dishes and you have a holiday dinner guests won’t forget!
Why Cook A Ham in The Slow Cooker?
In my opinion, slow cooker ham is far superior to any other ham you will ever make. Why?
It’s quick & easy!
No dirty dishes
Ready in 3 hours
You don’t have to heat up the kitchen with the oven
And the oven is open and free for other dishes if needed (especially handy on the holidays!)
What You’ll Need
You will only need 6-ingredients for this delicious crockpot ham with pineapple recipe – SO EASY!
Ham – I used an 8 to 9 pound spiral cut bone-in ham. You can use any type of fully cooked ham for this recipe. Be sure to choose one that will easily fit inside your slow cooker.
Crushed Pineapple
Brown sugar – Adds a sweet flavor to the Easter ham.
Spices – A combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger add the warm flavor to the ham.
How to Make Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham in the Crockpot
Making this brown sugar ham literally could not be easier. This will be the easiest holiday ham you ever make, by far.
Dry the ham. Add the ham to the slow cooker and dry with paper towels.
Add the glaze. Pour half of the pineapple over the ham. Then mix together the brown sugar and spices. Drizzle over the ham.
Cook. Cook on low for 3 hours.
How Much Ham Do I Need Per Person?
We like to estimate about 3/4 pound of ham per person (with the bone in). However, if you have a bunch of hungry boys that eat a ton as I do, you can increase it to 1 pound. You might end up with some leftovers, but that’s a good thing! Use 1/2 pound per person with a boneless ham.
