Description
Slow Cooker Pineapple Upside Down Ham combines sweet and savory flavors in a delightful dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or holiday celebrations. The tender ham, glazed with caramelized pineapple and brown sugar, creates an irresistible centerpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With minimal effort required, this recipe allows you to enjoy quality time with loved ones while the slow cooker does all the work.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in ham (about 6–8 lbs)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (optional)
- 1/4 cup honey (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker with non-stick spray or butter.
- Place the ham fat side up in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the ham.
- Layer pineapple rings on top and tuck cherries between them.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, let the ham rest briefly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg