Learn how to cook crockpot spiral ham with only 5 minutes prep! With the best juicy and tender results, cooking a spiral ham has never been easier for the holidays.
Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Remove the ham from the wrapper and discard glaze packet, if there is one. Place inside prepared slow cooker.
Rub brown sugar, maple syrup, mustard, and balsamic vinegar all over the meat using your hands. Pour pineapple juice into the bottom of the slow cooker.
Cover tightly, either with the lid or aluminum foil, and cook on low 4 to 5 hours, basting twice during the last hour. You can also flip the ham during the last hour, if desired.
Remove from slow cooker and let rest 10 minutes. Slice the meat off the bone and serve warm.
Notes
Large ham: If the spiral ham you buy is too large for your slow cooker, don't worry. I used a 10-pound ham and it was too big for the lid of my slow cooker to fit. Just place 3 pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil over the ham, covering tightly. You basically are steaming it with a tight seal.Variations: You can make this glaze your own by swapping ingredients for Dijon mustard, honey, or orange juice. Storage: Store leftover ham in its juices in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.