Description
This Dr Pepper Ham recipe features a deliciously sweet and tangy glaze made with crushed pineapple, brown sugar, honey, and Dr Pepper soda. Slow-cooked to tender perfection and finished under the broiler for a caramelized crust, this ham is perfect for holiday dinners or special occasions. Yielding 12 servings, this easy-to-make recipe brings a flavorful twist to your traditional baked ham.
Ingredients
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Ham
- 4-6 pound boneless spiral sliced ham
Glaze
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey
- 1 cup Dr Pepper
Instructions
- Make the glaze: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the crushed pineapple with juice, brown sugar, honey, and Dr Pepper. Stir to mix well.
- Bring to a bubble: Heat the mixture until it just starts to bubble, then reduce heat to medium-low to simmer gently.
- Reduce to glaze consistency: Let the mixture cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens into a glaze that coats the back of a spoon.
- Coat the ham: Place the boneless spiral ham into the slow cooker. Pour half of the prepared glaze over the ham, making sure it is well coated.
- Slow cook the ham: Cover the slow cooker and cook the ham on low heat for 4 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate and the meat to become tender.
- Prepare for broiling: Carefully remove the ham from the slow cooker and place it onto a foil-lined sheet pan.
- Apply remaining glaze: Pour the rest of the glaze evenly over the ham, ensuring a good coating for caramelization.
- Broil to caramelize: Place the glazed ham under the oven broiler for about 5-7 minutes, watching it closely to prevent burning. The sugar should caramelize and form a shiny, golden crust.
- Monitor broiling: Keep a close eye during broiling to get the perfect caramelization without charring.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the ham warm. Enjoy your flavorful Dr Pepper glazed ham!
Notes
- Use a boneless spiral sliced ham for easy serving and better glaze penetration.
- Adjust broiling time based on your oven to avoid burning the glaze.
- The slow cooker provides a moist cooking environment that keeps the ham juicy and tender.
- Leftover ham can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, continue simmering it on the stove before applying.
