Easy Slow Cooker Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
This 5-ingredient slow cooker ham is sweet, tangy, and perfectly tender. Made with brown sugar, mustard, horseradish, and cola for an effortless holiday main dish.
- Prep Time: 5 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 6-8 HOURS
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 12-15 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: SLOW COOKER
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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½ cup packed brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ground mustard
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1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
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½ cup cola, divided
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1 fully cooked boneless ham (5–6 pounds), cut to fit slow cooker
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Instructions
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In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, ground mustard, horseradish, and 2 tablespoons cola to form a paste.
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Rub mixture evenly over the ham.
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Place ham in a 5-quart slow cooker. Pour remaining cola around the ham.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
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Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing. Spoon juices over top when serving.
Notes
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For thicker glaze, simmer cooking liquid on stovetop until reduced.
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Adjust horseradish for more or less heat.
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Great for Easter, Christmas, or large family gatherings.