Q: How long do you cook a spiral ham in the crockpot?

A: A 5 to 6 pound fully cooked spiral ham takes about 4 hours on low. It is ready when the thickest part reads 140°F. For other sizes and cooking methods, use my How Long to Cook a Ham tool.

Q: Should I cook spiral ham in the crockpot on high or low?

A: Low. High heat can dry out the thin slices before the center warms through.

Q: Can I use the glaze packet that comes with the spiral ham?

A: Yes, that is how I make it. Boil the packet with the pineapple juice, maple syrup, and brown sugar for 1 minute.

Q: Do I need to add water to the crockpot for ham?

A: No. The pineapple glaze and the juices from the ham are plenty.

Q: What size crockpot do I need for a spiral ham?

A: Use a 7 quart crockpot or larger. A smaller one will not hold a 5 to 6 pound spiral ham with the lid closed.

Q: What if my spiral ham does not fit in the crockpot?

A: Cut off a few slices until the lid closes, or use a clean saw to cut off the end of the bone. Freeze the extra slices for soup or sandwiches.

Spiral Ham in Crockpot with Pineapple and Brown Sugar

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 Fully Cooked Spiral Ham 5 to 6 pounds
Spice package that comes with the ham
1/2 cup of maple syrup
1/2 cup of brown sugar
1 can of Dole pineapple rings in 100% pineapple juice - 20 oz.
Reserved juice from the pineapple rings
1 jar of maraschino cherries (discard the juice or use for another recipe)
24 to 30 whole cloves - to hold the pineapple ring onto the ham

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Instructions

Spray the crockpot with cooking spray.
Unwrap the ham and set the seasoning packet aside.
Place the ham in a 7 quart or larger crockpot cut side down and make sure the lid closes.
In a small saucepan, mix the seasoning packet, the pineapple juice, the maple syrup, and the brown sugar. Bring to a boil, boil for 1 minute, and remove from the heat.
Cover the ham with the pineapple rings, pinning each ring on with 3 whole cloves.
Press a maraschino cherry into the center of each ring.
Pour the glaze over the whole ham. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, basting every hour.
Cook until the thickest part of the ham reads 140°F. Serve hot or cold.

Notes

1. No seasoning packet? Boil 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup maple syrup, the pineapple juice, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon mustard, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves for 1 minute.
2. Use a 7 quart or larger crockpot. If the ham is too big for the lid to close, cut off a few slices, or saw off the end of the bone with a clean saw.
3. If the ham reaches 140°F early, switch the crockpot to warm until serving.
4. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or freeze slices for 1 to 2 months.

Author: Susan Buonpane
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours on low
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 431
Sugar: 24 g
Sodium: 2688.3 mg
Fat: 10.3 g
Carbohydrates: 25.7 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 61.5 g
Cholesterol: 171.5 mg