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A beautiful glazed ham, sliced and served on a white platter with a garnish of fresh herbs.

Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Ham

This incredibly easy slow cooker recipe delivers a perfectly tender, flavorful ham coated in a sweet and tangy maple Dijon glaze. It's ideal for holidays or a special family meal with minimal effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Ham
  • 1 pre-cooked, spiral-cut ham bone-in or boneless, about 7-8 lbs
For the Maple Dijon Glaze
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (6-8 quart)
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Basting Brush

Method
 

Prepare the Ham
  1. Carefully remove the ham from its packaging. If it's a spiral-cut ham, it's ready to go. Place the ham cut-side down (if applicable) or flat into your 6-8 quart slow cooker.
Make the Glaze
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined and the brown sugar has dissolved.
Glaze and Cook
  1. Pour the maple Dijon glaze evenly over the ham in the slow cooker, making sure to coat as much of the surface as possible. If spiral-cut, try to let some of the glaze seep between the slices.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours, or until the ham is thoroughly heated through and tender. If using a meat thermometer, the internal temperature should reach 140°F (60°C). Baste the ham with the glaze from the bottom of the slow cooker every hour or so, if desired.
Serve
  1. Carefully remove the ham from the slow cooker to a large cutting board or serving platter. You can spoon additional glaze from the slow cooker over the ham before serving. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Leftovers: This ham is fantastic for sandwiches, quesadillas, omelets, or diced into soups and salads.
Basting: While optional, basting helps to build a thicker, more caramelized glaze on the ham's exterior.
Carving: If you have a bone-in spiral ham, carve around the bone to free the slices. For boneless ham, simply slice as desired.