Slow Cooker Maple-Bourbon Glazed Ham with Pineapple
Slow Cooker Maple-Bourbon Glazed Ham with Pineapple is a delightful dish that elevates any gathering into a festive celebration. This recipe features a succulent, tender ham enveloped in a rich glaze made from pure maple syrup, bold bourbon, and sweet pineapple. Perfect for holidays or casual dinners, this easy-to-make meal will impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (5-7 lbs) bone-in ham
- 1 cup pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Set the slow cooker to low heat.
- Place the ham in the slow cooker, trimming excess fat if necessary.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Arrange pineapple rings over the ham and pour half of the glaze on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- After cooking, transfer the ham to a platter and drizzle with remaining glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using rum instead of bourbon or adding cloves. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. - Reheat slices gently in the oven.