How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Ham - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to easy and delicious meal options, there are few things better than a slow cooker recipe. It's a convenient way to prepare a meal with minimal effort, and the results are always tender and flavorful. One of the best slow cooker dishes is ham, which can be prepared with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Whether you're preparing for a special occasion or simply looking for a hassle-free dinner option, this easy slow cooker ham recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (6 pound) bone-in country ham
  • 30 whole cloves
  • 3 cups apple cider, or as needed
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (Optional)
  • 1 orange's peel

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 hrs
  • Total Time: 10 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Press whole cloves into the ham so they are evenly distributed. You may score the ham for easier insertion if you wish. Place the ham in a slow cooker. Pour in apple cider until only about 2 inches of ham is above the surface. Pack the brown sugar on top of the ham, pressing into the cloves. This will get washed away in the next step but any that stays on is a bonus.
  • Pour the maple syrup over the ham. Season the apple cider with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, ground cloves and vanilla. Add the orange peel to the pot. Fill the slow cooker as full as you can with apple cider without going over the fill line. Cover and set to Low. Cook for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Nutrition

    753 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 127mg
    • Sodium: 2941mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 41g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 81mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 809mg