This incredibly easy cola ham is tender, juicy, and coated in a rich, sweet glaze. Slow-cooked with brown sugar and cola, it develops a deep caramel flavor that makes it perfect for holidays or any cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups cola regular, not diet
4-6 lb ham fully cooked, bone-in or boneless
1 cup brown sugar packed
Instructions
- Pat ham dry and place cut-side down in the slow cooker.
- Press brown sugar over the top and sides of the ham.
- Pour cola around the sides of the ham without washing off the sugar.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- Transfer ham to a cutting board and tent with foil for 10 minutes.
- Skim fat from cooking liquid and spoon glaze over the ham before serving.
- Notes
- For extra glaze, simmer the cooking liquid on the stovetop until thickened. Serve with classic sides like potatoes or green beans.
- Nutrition
- Calories: 480kcal
- Keywordbrown sugar glazed ham, cola ham, easy crockpot ham, holiday ham recipe, slow cooker ham