Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pork Roast
Indulge in the cozy flavors of this Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pork Roast. With tender, juicy pork infused with sweet apple cider and aromatic spices, this dish creates a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for fall gatherings. The slow cooking process ensures every bite is packed with flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for family dinners or holiday feasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 2 cups fresh apple cider
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork roast and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- In the slow cooker, place the seasoned pork roast, then top with sautéed onions, garlic, apple cider, thyme sprigs, and cinnamon sticks.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- Remove the pork, shred it with two forks, and return it to the juices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg