Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 10

Total Time 5 10

Servings 12 servings

Published on September 26, 2023 / Last updated on September 26, 2023

This Slow Cooker Honey Glaze Ham is the perfect main course for a holiday dinner! Made with aromatic seasonings, sweet honey, and a secret ingredient, this juicy ham is irresistibly good! 😉

overhead view of a white slow cooker filled with sliced honey glazed ham.

Table of Contents

Ingredients Needed:
How to Make Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham
Slow Cooker Ham with Honey Glaze FAQs
Tips and Notes
Crock Pot Honey Glaze Ham Variations
Serving Suggestions
More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes To Try
Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham Recipe

So I hope by now you understand my undying love for my Slow Cooker, as well as my unwavering commitment to bring you incredible recipes with minimal dishes.

This Honey Glazed Ham is one of my favorites.

It makes mealtime around the holidays so easy, and everyone will be impressed by the sweet and spiced flavors!

What I love about this ham is that while it tastes and looks fancy enough for a main dish at a dinner party or at a holiday dinner, it isn’t too difficult for a weeknight dinner or Sunday supper!

You can easily dress it up or down as you wish with some delicious side dishes.

I am not usually a big fan of mustard or ground cloves, but they pair so well with ham, and I added just enough to give it that extra layer of flavor without overpowering the ham!

Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your tastes, and experiment with the type of soda or juice used.

For more amazing holiday ham ideas, check out my Easy Spiral Ham, Slow Cooker Balsamic Cherry Glaze Ham, Honey Baked Ham, and this Instant Pot Ham with Pineapple Glaze!

Ingredients Needed:

Ham: I used a fully cooked, boneless ham. You can also use a fully cooked, bone-in ham but because it is larger it will take longer to warm through.
Ginger Ale Soda: helps to keep the ham moist while also adding an amazing spiced flavor. Don’t knock it til you try it!
Honey: adds sweetness, but you could use maple syrup if you prefer.
Apple Cider Vinegar: balances the saltiness of the glaze while adding a mild fruity flavor.
Corn Starch: helps thicken the glaze.
Seasoning: freshly minced garlic, ground mustard, ground cloves, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper pack a ton of flavor into this dish.

How to Make Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham

This recipe couldn’t be easier to make! Full instructions are included in the recipe card below.

Stir together the glaze: Combine ingredients for the glaze and whisk until smooth.
Cook ham in glaze mix: Put the ham in the slow cooker, and pour the glaze mixture over it. Cover and cook until heated through.

glass measuring cup filled with ingredients to be mixed. — Whisk glaze ingredients.

white slow cooker filled with liquid and whole ham. — Whisk glaze ingredients.

Slice and serve: Taste and adjust seasonings. Slice and serve with extra glaze from the slow cooker.

cooked ham in white slow cooker partially sliced.

Slow Cooker Ham with Honey Glaze FAQs

How much ham do I need for dinner?

Depending on how many side dishes you have on the menu, you should plan on about ¼-½ pound of ham per person per portion. You will probably need less for feeding children, but on the higher end for adults, and don’t forget to calculate for seconds!

Does soaking ham in ginger ale remove the salt?

Ginger ale won’t remove salt from the ham. Ginger ale is made with ginger, sugar, and carbonated water, so it will add sweetness, flavor, and moisture to your ham and help it become tender.

How do I store ham with a honey glaze?

Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow it to cool to room temperature before putting it in the fridge.

Can I freeze ham with a honey glaze?

Absolutely! Store the ham once it has completely cooled in a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to 1 month. Allow the ham to defrost before reheating and reusing it.

Tips and Notes

Slow Cooker Liners. I love using slow cooker liners to minimize the cleanup, so there’s no scrubbing the slow cooker after dinner. Simply cook your meal, then toss the bag in the bin when you’re done!
Leftover Ham. There are so many delicious Leftover Ham Recipes you can try, so don’t worry if you’re making too much for one meal!

two slices of honey glazed ham on a plate with potatoes and green beans.

Crock Pot Honey Glaze Ham Variations

Use a different soda. You can try this ham glaze with a different kind of soda to change the flavor, or even a mixture of soda and fruit juice. Try using Sprite and orange juice, pineapple soda, tropical soda, apple juice, or cranberry juice!
Add fruit. Pineapple slices and pineapple juice are great additions here, and work well to balance out the sweetness with a bit of tropical flavor.
Ground Mustard. The best substitute for ground mustard is Dijon mustard, if you have it. Use ½ a tablespoon of Dijon mustard instead of ½ a teaspoon of ground mustard.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your favorite side dishes with this tender ham for a complete meal the whole family will love.

Try my Cheesy Baked Asparagus, Roasted Carrots, Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Casserole, Homemade Stuffing Recipe, Roasted Vegetables, or Roasted Green Beans!

Don’t forget my Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Cider for the holidays, and try some amazing Thanksgiving desserts like my Cranberry Vanilla Cupcakes with White Chocolate Frosting, Crème Brûlée Recipe, or this Frozen Pumpkin Dessert!

More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes To Try

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!