Packed with sweet and tangy flavors, this 4-Ingredient Crock Pot Ham with pineapple and apricots is the ultimate recipe for effortless cooking. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or preparing a cozy dinner at home, this easy slow cooker ham brings big flavor with minimal effort, making it perfect for anyone who loves foolproof, delicious meals.
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For a delicious comfort for meal, serve this ham with my Southern Style Green Beans and Easy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe.
Every holiday calls for a standout dish; mine has always been a mouthwatering, beautiful ham. Over the years, I’ve perfected recipes for cooking ham—Brown Sugar Mustard Ham and Copycat Honey Baked Ham—and now I’m excited to include a crockpot version in my lineup.
I started experimenting with slow cooking techniques using a crock pot instead of a roasting pan, and I’m thrilled with the results. It also saves oven space during busy times like Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Which is Best for the Crock Pot: Bone-In or Boneless Ham?
When it comes to choosing between a bone-in or boneless ham for this slow cooker recipe, the great news is that either will work beautifully! Here are a few things to think about:
- Bone-in hams tend to have a richer, more traditional flavor thanks to the marrow and fat surrounding the bone. This enhances the meat as it cooks and makes a beautiful presentation.
- Boneless Hams are incredibly easy to slice and serve, making them perfect for family gatherings or when you want leftovers for sandwiches. They tend to be smaller and more compact, which may fit better in your Crock Pot if you’re limited on space. Plus, they cook faster since there’s no bone.
Crock Pot Ham Ingredients
- Ham: Use a 7-8 pound whole or spiral-cut ham.
- Pineapple Juice: Fresh or canned pineapple juice adds the perfect sweet and tropical fruit taste.
- Apricot Preserves: Grab and use your favorite brand.
- Mustard: This recipe calls for whole-grain mustard, which is a bit tangy and slightly spicy but not overwhelming.
How Long To Cook Ham In A Crock Pot?
For a pre-cooked ham (bone-in or boneless):
Cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (use a meat thermometer to check at the thickest part of the ham).
How To Make This Easy Crock Pot Ham Recipe
Making this tender, flavorful ham is as easy as it gets! Here’s how:
- Place the ham in your slow cooker.
- Whisk together pineapple juice, apricot preserves, and mustard.
- Pour the glaze over the ham, cover, and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
- Once done, remove the ham, spoon over the juices, and slice to serve.
How Much Ham Do I Serve Per Person?
When I serve it for dinner, I usually plan for about ¾ of a pound per person. Increase that amount to 1 pound if you want leftovers.
What To Serve With Slow Cooker Baked Ham
- This effortless crock pot ham dinner served with baked potatoes, roasted carrots, and dinner rolls makes a delicious weeknight meal.
- I love turning leftover ham into Southern Ham Salad and Ham and Potato Soup.
- My family goes crazy over leftovers turned into Ham Jam Sandwiches.
- Tender ham is fantastic for breakfast or brunch with French Toast, Casserole, Pimento Cheese Grits, and fruit salad.
- This delicious ham on a beautiful serving platter with your favorite side dishes is essential for Easter dinner!
Donya’s Tips For The Perfect Holiday Ham
Yes, you can cook the ham on HIGH for 2-3 hours, but cooking it on low for a longer period ensures more tender and juicy results.
Combine cornstarch with an equal amount of cold water, then mix it into the glaze in the Crock Pot. Cook on high for 15-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the glaze thickens.
Leftover ham can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
More Crock Pot Recipes
If you tried this Crock Pot Ham Recipe or any other recipe, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below. Thanks!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 7-8 pound ham – whole or spiral cut
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup apricot preserves
- ¼ cup whole grain mustard
Instructions
- Place ham in a 7 to 8 quart slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, apricot preserves and mustard. Pour over ham. Cover ham and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 140 degrees. **Make sure to take the temperature from the thickest part of the ham.
- Remove ham from slow cooker and spoon over juices from bottom of pot. Slice or remove slices and serve.
Notes
- Bone-in hams tend to have a richer, more traditional flavor thanks to the marrow and fat surrounding the bone. This enhances the meat as it cooks and makes a beautiful presentation.
- Boneless Hams are incredibly easy to slice and serve, making them perfect for family gatherings or when you want leftovers for sandwiches. They tend to be smaller and more compact, which may fit better in your Crock Pot if you’re limited on space. Plus, they cook faster since there’s no bone.
- Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
- When I serve it for dinner, I usually plan for about ¾ of a pound per person. Increase that amount to 1 pound if you want leftovers.
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Want To Know More About Slow Cooking?
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Stewart
HI there Stu here AM going to make it my Pop and servant on Thursday football day. Awesome
Enjoy and happy Thanksgiving!
~Donya
Tad Kallini
Reservations. Just the two of us now.
Thanks! Enjoy, Tad and Happy Thanksgiving.
~Donya
Charlotte
Hi Donya — Love your recipes. This ham looks fully sliced all the way through. What brand is it?
Charlotte Craver
Hey Charlotte.
I purchased the ham at Lowe’s Foods. I’m not sure of the brand.
~Donya
Michelle
Is this a fully cooked ham already or raw?
Hey Michelle.
It’s a cooked ham. This method infused tons of flavor.
Hope you enjoy the recipe.
Have a great day,
~Donya