This Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple is a delicious and easy way to enjoy ham during the holidays or any day of the year. A moist and tender ham that is slow cooked and bursting in sweet pineapple flavor.
If you have leftovers, be sure to make Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole, it's the best!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️It's easy to make and you only need a few simple ingredients that are all easy to find at your local grocery store.
✔️It cooks low and slow in your slow cooker making it fall of the bone tender without a lot of effort.
✔️A great way to save oven space while you are making a holiday meal.
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- 6 pound ham.
- light brown sugar
- Dijon mustard
- ground cloves
- canned pineapple chunks with juice
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Place ½ cup of brown sugar in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Unpack the ham, rinse and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place the ham face down on the brown sugar.
- I used a bone-in ham, so I score the top of the ham. If you are using a spiral ham you don’t need to do this step.
- Coat the top of the ham with Dijon mustard and sprinkle ground cloves.
- Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar on top of the ham.
- Add the pineapple chunks with the pineapple juice around the side of the pineapple.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 ½ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
Equipment
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FAQ's
Cooking ham in a slow cooker is one of the best ways to ensure it doesn't dry out. The even heat and moist environment of the slow cooker help keep the ham tender and juicy while it cooks.
Yes, you can heat a fully cooked ham in the slow cooker. It is important to note that most hams are already pre-cooked before they are sold, so all you need to do is warm it up and add your favorite flavors. Cooking time will vary based on the size of the ham so always check for an internal temperature of 145 degrees f.
For a holiday gathering, plan on ¾ to 1 pound of ham per person. For smaller crowds, you can get away with ½ pound per person. This will make sure that you have plenty of leftovers.
Things to know
- If you are cooking a bone-in ham, you can score the top of the ham before cooking. This helps it absorb more of the sweet glaze and seasonings.
- Make sure that you ham fits into your slow cooker before you start cooking it.
- Always check for an internal temperature of 145 degrees F to ensure that your ham is cooked through.
- For additional flare you can top this slow cooker ham recipe with pineapple rings.
- Keep in mind that if you re using a different size of ham you may need to adjust the cook time.
Variations
- You could also use maple syrup, honey or in some orange juice or chopped fresh oranges
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg to increase the flavor.
- If you want a crispy outside to your ham , you can also transfer it to a baking sheet and place under the broiler for a few minutes.
- You could also use a spiral cut ham or boneless ham for this easy recipe.
- Fresh pineapple chunks can be used instead of canned if you prefer.
Storage
Refrigerate - Leftover ham can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer - Ham will last up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container.
Reheat - Place leftovers on a microwave-safe plate and heat in 30 second intervals until hot throughout.
Or, to reheat a ham in the oven, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Place the ham on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes per pound or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
Related recipes
- If you love flavorful ham recipes, then next time you may want to give this simple Ham and Bean Soup recipe a try. It's a comforting soup to make on a cold day.
- Are you looking for an easy recipe that can use up some of your leftover ham? If so, then look no further than this Ham Tetrazzini recipe. It's creamy and hearty and even the kids will love it.
- This Orange Marmalade Glazed Ham is another delicious recipe to make when for a holiday dinner. It's the perfect blend of sweet and savory and your guests will rave about it.
Have leftovers? Check this out for recipes with leftover ham.
Serve with
- These Cracker Barrel Cheesy Potatoes are one of my favorite side dishes to serve with brown sugar pineapple ham. They are perfectly cheesy, with a crispy top that makes them crave-worthy.
- I always enjoy serving a side of Steamed Brussel Sprouts with this crock pot ham. It's fresh, healthy and makes for a tasty vegetable with your meal.
- Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are sweet and tender apples, with a hint of cinnamon flavor. And, they pair so well with this crockpot ham recipe.
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Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple
Ingredients
- 1 ham about 6 pounds ham.
- 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar divided
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 20 ounces canned pineapple chunks in 100% pineapple juice undrained
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Instructions
- Place ½ cup of brown sugar in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Unpack the ham, rinse and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place the ham face down on the brown sugar.
- I used a bone-in ham, so I score the top of the ham. If you are using a spiral ham you don’t need to do this step.
- Coat the top of the ham with Dijon mustard and sprinkle ground cloves.
- Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar on top of the ham.
- Add the pineapple chunks with the pineapple juice around the side of the pineapple.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 ½ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
Notes
Slice and Enjoy!
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