Crockpot Ham with Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

Introduction

This Crockpot Ham with Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze is a simple, flavorful way to prepare a tender holiday or special occasion ham. The slow cooker does the work while a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze adds a beautiful finish. It’s an easy recipe that impresses with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 6-8 lb bone-in ham
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• ½ cup reserved ham juices
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for glaze adjustment)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground mustard to create the rub.
2. Step 2: Unwrap the ham and place it in a 6-quart slow cooker, trimming if necessary to fit. Rub the brown sugar and mustard mixture all over the ham’s surface.
3. Step 3: Pour 1 cup of pineapple juice into the slow cooker around the ham. Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140℉.
4. Step 4: For the glaze, whisk together 1 cup pineapple juice and 1 tablespoon corn starch in a medium saucepan.
5. Step 5: Strain the juices from the crockpot and add ½ cup of the reserved ham juices to the saucepan with the pineapple juice mixture.
6. Step 6: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring often until it thickens.
7. Step 7: Taste the glaze and add 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar as desired. If the glaze is too salty, add a few tablespoons of water to balance. To thicken further, mix additional water with corn starch and add gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
8. Step 8: Brush the glaze over the ham before serving for a deliciously sticky, sweet finish.

Tips & Variations

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ham reaches the safe internal temperature of 140℉ for best results.
• If you prefer a thicker glaze, add more corn starch mixed with cold water gradually to avoid lumps.
• Swap ground mustard for Dijon or whole grain mustard to vary the flavor depth.
• For extra caramelization, you can briefly broil the glazed ham in the oven after slow cooking.

Storage

Store leftover ham and glaze in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm slices gently in the oven or microwave and brush with reserved glaze to keep moist. The glaze can also be reheated separately and poured over reheated ham.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a pre-cooked ham for this recipe?

Yes, this recipe is designed for pre-cooked bone-in ham. The slow cooker reheats the ham and infuses it with flavor without drying it out.

What size slow cooker is best for this ham?

A 6-quart slow cooker works well for a 6-8 pound bone-in ham, allowing enough room so the pineapple juice can circulate around the ham.

Crockpot Ham with Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

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• Author: Sarah
• Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x

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Description

This Crockpot Ham with Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze is a deliciously sweet and savory slow-cooked ham recipe perfect for gatherings and holiday meals. The ham is rubbed with a brown sugar and mustard mixture, then slowly cooked in pineapple juice for a tender, flavorful dish. The pineapple brown sugar glaze is cooked on the stovetop to a luscious thickness, complementing the ham with a tangy-sweet finish.

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Ingredients

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Ham and Rub

• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 6-8 lb bone-in ham
• 1 cup pineapple juice (for cooking)

Glaze

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ½ cup reserved ham juices
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (plus additional to taste)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Brown Sugar Rub: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground mustard. Mix thoroughly to create a sweet and tangy rub for the ham.
2. Place and Rub the Ham: Unwrap the 6-8 lb bone-in ham and place it in a 6-quart slow cooker. Trim the ham if necessary to fit. Rub the prepared brown sugar mixture evenly all over the ham to infuse flavor.
3. Add Pineapple Juice and Cook: Pour 1 cup pineapple juice into the slow cooker around the ham. Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F, ensuring the ham is heated through and tender.
4. Prepare the Glaze: While the ham cooks, whisk together 1 cup pineapple juice and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a medium saucepan, ensuring there are no lumps.
5. Mix Ham Juices and Simmer: Strain the juices from the crockpot after cooking, reserving ½ cup. Add the reserved ham juices to the pineapple juice mixture in the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat.
6. Thicken and Sweeten the Glaze: Cook the mixture until it thickens into a glaze consistency. Taste and add 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar as desired for sweetness. If the glaze is too salty, dilute with a couple of tablespoons of water. To thicken the glaze further, stir together additional water and cornstarch and incorporate gradually until desired thickness is achieved.
7. Glaze the Ham and Serve: Once the ham is cooked and the glaze is ready, brush the glaze generously over the ham before slicing and serving.

Notes

• Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for safety and doneness.
• Adjust the sweetness of the glaze to your preference by varying the amount of brown sugar.
• If your ham is larger than 8 lbs, increase cooking time accordingly.
• Reserve ham juices carefully to avoid sediment when making the glaze.
• Leftover ham and glaze can be refrigerated and reheated gently.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 hours
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: crockpot ham, slow cooker ham, pineapple ham glaze, brown sugar ham, holiday ham recipe