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Crockpot Apple Cider Pork Roast

This dish features a pork roast slow-cooked in spiced apple cider until tender and fall-apart delicious. Main ingredients include pork, apple cider, and seasonings, resulting in a moist, flavorful meat with a rich, saucy consistency and a fragrant autumn aroma.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast preferably bone-in for flavor
  • 4 cups apple cider preferably unfiltered for richer flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Season the pork roast generously with salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon on all sides to enhance the flavor.
    3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, Salt to taste
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil, and sear the pork on all sides until it develops a deep golden-brown crust, releasing a rich aroma.
    3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast
  • Place the seared pork into the slow cooker, spreading the minced garlic around it for added aroma and flavor.
    3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast, 3 cloves garlic
  • Pour the apple cider over the pork, ensuring it is mostly submerged to help tenderize the meat and develop a flavorful sauce.
    4 cups apple cider
  • Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for about 6 hours, or until the pork becomes tender and easily pulls apart with a fork, filling the kitchen with the scent of cider and spices.
  • Once cooked, transfer the pork to a cutting board and shred it using two forks, letting it absorb the flavorful juices in the process.
    3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast
  • Optional: skim off any excess fat from the surface of the cooking liquid to keep the sauce light and smooth.
  • Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, stirring it into the sauce and allowing it to soak up the flavors for a few minutes on low.
    3 pounds pork shoulder or pork roast
  • Serve the tender, cider-infused pork hot, spooned over mashed potatoes, or alongside autumnal vegetables for a hearty meal.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or a sprinkle of fresh thyme before serving. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully.