Easter Crock Pot Ham
This Easter Crock Pot Ham is a slow-cooked delight that combines the flavors of brown sugar, honey, and a hint of mustard. Perfectly glazed and tender, this ham will be the centerpiece of your holiday table.
Equipment
- 1 6-8 quart crock pot
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 basting brush
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8-10 pounds fully cooked ham For best results, select a bone-in ham for richer flavor.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- to taste optional whole cloves Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the ham. If it has a rind, gently score the surface in a diamond pattern to allow the glaze to penetrate the meat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to create the glaze.
- Place the ham in the crock pot and pour the glaze evenly over it. Use a basting brush to make sure the ham is well coated.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6 hours. The ham is fully heated when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
- Optionally, you can baste the ham with the glaze once or twice during cooking to enhance the flavor.
- Once done, carefully remove the ham from the crock pot and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced ham with any leftover glaze drizzled on top. Garnish with whole cloves if desired.
Notes
For best results, select a bone-in ham for richer flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
This ham pairs well with sides like scalloped potatoes, green beans, and dinner rolls for a complete Easter meal.