Slow Cooker Maple Brown Sugar Ham
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 hrs
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Total Time
5 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
12 -14 Servings
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Calories
521 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Maple Brown Sugar Ham
Description
This recipe uses a bone-in or boneless spiral-cut ham cooked in a low-temperature slow cooker. The ham is rubbed evenly with dark brown sugar before pouring over maple syrup and pineapple juice, which combine to create a sweet, tangy glaze during the cooking process. Cooking low and slow over 4 to 5 hours allows the flavors to meld and the ham to become tender.
The ham is basted in its juices about an hour before serving to keep it moist and enhance the glaze’s shine. Resting after cooking helps redistribute juices for easier carving.
The sweet blend pairs well with traditional side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or steamed greens, making it suitable for festive gatherings or special meals.
If your slow cooker runs hot, monitor cooking time closely to prevent overcooking or drying of the ham.
Ingredients
- 7-8 pound ham bone-in or boneless, spiral-cut
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups pineapple juice
Instructions
- Use a 6-7 quart slow cooker. Unwrap the ham and discard flavor packet. Place the ham into the slow cooker stoneware, flat-side down. Rub brown sugar on all sides. Pour on maple syrup and pineapple juice.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. An hour before serving, baste ham with the collected juices from the bottom of the slow cooker.
- When cooking is done, remove carefully and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Reduce cooking time if your slow cooker tends to run hot to avoid overcooking the ham.
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, making carving easier.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12-14 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 521 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 521kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 50g | 100% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 193mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 3063mg | 128% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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