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Honey Baked Spiral Ham In The Slow Cooker
On December 24, 2023 by userMaking a Honey Baked Spiral Ham in the slow cooker is a convenient and easy way to prepare a delicious glazed ham. Here’s a simple recipe for a slow cooker honey baked spiral ham:
Ingredients:
- 1 spiral-cut ham (bone-in or boneless), 5-7 lbs
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Prepare the Slow Cooker:
- Place the spiral-cut ham in the slow cooker, trimming any excess skin or fat if necessary to fit.
- Mix the Glaze:
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, pineapple juice, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and black pepper. This will be your glaze.
- Brush the Ham:
- Brush the ham generously with the honey glaze, making sure to get the glaze between the slices of the spiral-cut ham.
- Cook on Low:
- Cover the slow cooker and cook the ham on low for 4-6 hours. Baste the ham with the accumulated juices and glaze every hour or so to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Glaze Again:
- About 30 minutes before the ham is done, brush another layer of the honey glaze over the top.
- Check for Doneness:
- The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) for fully cooked hams or 160°F (71°C) for raw hams. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
- Serve:
- Once done, transfer the ham to a serving platter. Let it rest for a few minutes before carving.
- Strain and Serve the Glaze:
- If desired, strain the juices in the slow cooker to remove any solids, and serve the strained glaze as a sauce alongside the ham.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy your delicious and honey baked spiral ham made in the slow cooker!
This slow cooker honey baked spiral ham is perfect for holiday dinners or any special occasion. The slow cooking process allows the ham to absorb the flavors of the honey glaze, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish.