Slow Cooker Amish Christmas Ham – A Tender and Flavorful Holiday Tradition
The Amish community is well known for their simple, hearty, and deeply flavorful dishes that bring families together—especially during the holidays. One of their most beloved Christmas recipes is the Slow Cooker Amish Christmas Ham. This dish is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table, combining the natural saltiness of ham with a sweet, slightly tangy glaze that melts into every bite. The best part? It’s made effortlessly in a slow cooker, allowing you to focus on family, laughter, and celebration while your kitchen fills with the comforting aroma of Christmas.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe is all about ease and flavor. Cooking the ham in a slow cooker keeps it incredibly tender and juicy, while the simple Amish-inspired glaze—made from brown sugar, maple syrup, mustard, and apple cider—adds the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. It’s the kind of dish that tastes like it’s been passed down through generations.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 (7–8 lb) fully cooked spiral-cut ham (bone-in preferred)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup apple cider or apple juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard for a milder flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Optional garnish: pineapple slices, maraschino cherries, or fresh herbs
Step-by-Step Method
Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker
Begin by lightly greasing the inside of your slow cooker with a bit of butter or nonstick spray. This helps prevent the glaze from sticking and makes cleanup much easier later.
Step 2: Prepare the Glaze
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, apple cider, mustard, cloves, cinnamon, and honey. The mixture should be smooth and aromatic—this will be your flavorful Amish-style glaze.
Step 3: Place the Ham
Unwrap your fully cooked ham and remove any packaging or plastic disks. If it’s spiral-cut, place it flat side down into the slow cooker. If your ham is too large, you can trim a bit off the top to make it fit—just tuck the extra pieces alongside it in the cooker.
Step 4: Pour the Glaze
Slowly pour the glaze all over the ham, making sure it drips into the slices if it’s spiral-cut. Use a brush or spoon to coat every surface evenly.
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