Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham
Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham (Sweet, Tender & Easy Holiday Ham)
Serve this with creamy mashed potatoes, buttery rolls, green beans, or your favorite holiday side dishes for a comforting meal everyone will love.
This crockpot brown sugar ham is tender, juicy, and coated in a sweet caramelized glaze that slowly cooks into every slice. Made with a pre-sliced ham, brown sugar, and warm spices, this recipe takes very little effort but tastes like you spent all day making it.
One of the best things about making ham in the slow cooker is how easy it is. The crockpot keeps the ham moist while allowing the sweet brown sugar glaze to create incredible flavor as it cooks. It’s perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, family gatherings, or anytime you want a comforting meal without turning on the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy slow cooker recipe
- Uses a pre-sliced ham
- Sweet brown sugar glaze
- Tender and juicy results
- Great for holidays and family dinners
- Minimal prep work
Ingredients
- 1 sliced spiral ham (about 7–10 pounds, depending on crockpot size)
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, sliced into pieces
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crockpot
Lightly spray the inside of the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
Place sliced ham into the crockpot.
2. Add the Brown Sugar Mixture
In a bowl combine:
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Garlic powder
- Ground cloves
- Nutmeg
- Black pepper
Sprinkle mixture generously over the ham, making sure some gets down between the slices.
Place butter pieces over the top of the ham.
Pour water around the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Cook
Cover and cook:
- Low: 4–6 hours
or - High: 2–3 hours
Occasionally spoon juices over the ham during cooking if possible.
4. Serve
Carefully remove ham and spoon extra glaze and juices over the top before serving.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 10–12
Tips for Best Results
Don’t Overcook
Since the ham is already cooked, you’re warming and flavoring it.
Get Brown Sugar Between Slices
This helps flavor every bite.
Baste During Cooking
Spoon juices over the top for extra moisture.
Use Foil if Needed
If your ham is slightly large, place foil over the top before adding the lid.
Jennie’s Thoughts
Ham is one of those recipes I love because it feels special but is actually incredibly easy. I especially love using the crockpot because it frees up oven space and keeps the ham so moist.
The brown sugar melts down into this sweet glaze that gets into all the slices, and the house smells amazing while it cooks. This is one of those recipes that works for holidays, but honestly I would make it any time because the leftovers are so good too.
Storage
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days
- Freeze for up to 2 months
- Reheat with a little extra juice for moisture
This crockpot brown sugar ham is sweet, tender, and full of comforting flavor. With minimal prep and easy slow cooker cooking, it’s the perfect centerpiece for holidays, family gatherings, and comforting dinners.
