This slow cooker Amish Christmas ham brings back memories of snowy December afternoons – the kind where the house smells amazing and everyone gathers in the kitchen. It’s a cherished family recipe that proves holiday cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be special.
What Makes This Recipe So Good
The magic happens when brown sugar meets apple cider vinegar, creating a glaze that’s perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy. Add in warm spices like cloves and cinnamon, and you’ve got something that tastes like Christmas in every bite.
Key Ingredients
The Ham
Go for a bone-in ham for the best flavor. I prefer spiral cut – it helps the glaze seep into every slice.
The Glaze
Here’s where tradition meets tasty:
. Brown sugar creates a caramelized crust
. Apple cider vinegar adds bright tang
. Warm spices bring holiday vibes
. Ground mustard cuts through the sweetness
Let’s Make It
1/ Prep Your Ham First things first – position that ham flat-side down in your slow cooker. This keeps it juicy!
2/ Create the Magic Mix up your glaze ingredients. The smell alone will get you in the holiday spirit.
3/ Low and Slow Let your slow cooker work its magic for 6-8 hours. Your house will smell amazing.
Make It Your Own
. Add honey for extra sweetness
. Try maple syrup for depth
. Orange juice brings bright citrus notes
. Pinch of cayenne for warmth
Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 6-8 hrs | Total: 8 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8-10
Ingredients
For the Ham:
1 (5-6 pound) bone-in ham, fully cooked
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Glaze Variations:
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Orange juice instead of vinegar
1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions:
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