Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Cola Ham

Description

This Slow Cooker Cola Ham is an incredibly easy and flavorful recipe made with just three ingredients. The sweetness of cola caramelizes the ham while slow cooking keeps it tender, juicy, and perfectly glazed. It’s a popular holiday and family dinner dish that requires almost no preparation—just add everything to the crockpot and let it cook.

The cola helps create a rich, sticky glaze that pairs beautifully with the salty ham.

 Ingredients

• 1 fully cooked ham (4–6 lbs)

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 1 can (12 oz) cola (Coca-Cola or similar soda)

Optional:

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp ground cloves

• Pineapple slices for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

Place the ham in the slow cooker cut side down.

Step 2

Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the ham.

Step 3

Pour the cola slowly around the ham.

Step 4

Cover and cook:

• Low: 6–7 hours

• High: 3–4 hours

Step 5

Occasionally spoon the sauce over the ham during cooking.

Step 6

Once finished, slice the ham and drizzle with the sweet cola glaze from the slow cooker.

Servings

8 servings

 Nutritional Information (Per Serving Approx.)

• Calories: 340

• Protein: 26 g

• Fat: 15 g

• Carbohydrates: 24 g

• Sugar: 20 g

• Sodium: 980 mg

Tips

✔ Use Coca-Cola or Pepsi for the best caramel flavor.
✔ Add pineapple slices for a sweet tropical twist.
✔ Baste the ham every 1–2 hours for extra glaze.
✔ Broil slices for 2 minutes if you want a caramelized top.

Notes

• Works great for holiday meals, Christmas, or Easter dinners.

• Leftover ham can be used for sandwiches, soups, or casseroles.

• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Benefits

✅ High protein meal
✅ Very simple recipe with minimal ingredients
✅ Slow cooking keeps the ham extra tender
✅ Perfect for family gatherings

Q & A

Q: Can I use diet cola?
Yes, but regular cola gives a richer caramel flavor.

Q: Do I need to cook the ham beforehand?
No. Most hams are already cooked—this recipe reheats and flavors it.

Q: Can I add spices?
Yes! Cloves, cinnamon, or mustard add extra depth.

Q: What sides go well with cola ham?
Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, mac and cheese, or dinner rolls.