Crockpot Coca Cola Ham

Sliced spiral cut ham with seasonings on the slices and garlic.

Crockpot Coca Cola Ham is tender, sweet, and savory with a brown sugar Coca Cola caramelized glaze. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this crockpot ham is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings, special occasions or easy family dinners - and no oven required!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword crockpot coca cola ham

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings

Calories 513kcal

Author Jessica - Together as Family

Equipment

Ingredients

6-8 pound fully cooked, bone-in spiral cut ham
1 cup Coca Cola (NO diet or zero sugar)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the Coca Cola, light brown sugar, dijon mustard, garlic, and dried thyme. Pour 3 tablespoons of it into the crockpot.
1 cup Coca Cola, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons dijon mustard, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Place the spiral ham, flat side down, into the crockpot.
6-8 pound fully cooked, bone-in spiral cut ham
Pour the remaining Coca Cola mixture evenly over the ham, making sure to take the time to pour it in between all of the spiral cuts in the ham.
^{*Using a baster to do this makes it easier, or just use a spoon.}
Cover and cook on LOW heat for 4-5 hours.
Carefully transfer the ham to a serving platter and cover it loosely with aluminum foil to rest.
Pour the cooking liquid (from the crockpot) into a small saucepan along with the butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often until the glaze has thickened to your liking.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Brush the glaze over the ham and spoon any extra over slices when serving.

Notes

The ham will come wrapped up in a net, an aluminum type wrapping, and a glaze packet inside. Discard the glaze packet because you will not use it in this recipe.
Take the time to make sure the glaze gets into every cut of the spiral ham. Pour some glaze between the spirals of the ham before cooking. This helps the flavor soak into every layer rather than just sitting on top of the ham.
In order to fit a larger 6-8 pound ham, you will need a large crockpot, about 8 QT or larger. If the ham bone end is too tall (meaning you can't securely place the crockpot lid on top) you can cover the top of the slow cooker with heavy-duty foil before just setting the lid on top. A boneless spiral-cut ham is much smaller in size, so you could use a smaller crockpot if using boneless.
Spiral-cut hams come with a bone and without a bone - either one works in this recipe because either one will be already cooked - however, I recommend using a bone-in ham for the best flavor and results.
Only cook on LOW heat. Cooking on low heat ensures the ham stays tender and juicy without drying out.
Don't discard the juices inside the crockpot! The liquid left inside is packed with flavor and makes the best gravy/glaze to pour over top. Simmering it with butter makes a rich, glossy glaze to spoon and brush over the finished ham.
If you're short on time and want to thicken the glaze quickly - simply whisk together a slurry - using equal parts water and cornstarch. I suggest starting with 1 tablespoon + 1 tablespoon water and stirring that into the sauce pan. This will help the glaze thicken up really quickly.
Finish the ham under the broiler for added caramelization. Brush the ham with the thickened glaze and then broil it for a few minutes until the edges are golden and sticky. Use a large roasting pan to put the ham into if broiling.
Make it ahead of time by whisking the glaze together up to 24 hours in advance, storing in the fridge, and it's ready to use when you need it.

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