Easy to make and sure to please! This Crockpot Honey Pork & Apples recipe is a simple, delicious way to cook a pork roast using whole ingredients. Gluten free and full of comforting flavor.
I prefer cooking with real, straightforward ingredients. When a recipe is simple, the natural flavors can shine, and this honey-and-apple pork roast is a perfect example. The combination of tender pork, sweet honey, crisp apples, and warm cinnamon creates a balanced dish that feels both homey and special. This recipe is quick to assemble in the morning or right before dinner and requires almost no hands-on time while it cooks in the crockpot.
How to Make Crockpot Honey Pork & Apples
Start with a 3–4 lb pork loin roast. Trim any excess fat if desired, or leave a thin layer for flavor. Place the roast in the slow cooker with the fat side up. Using a sharp knife, make shallow slits about an inch apart across the top of the roast. Tuck 1–2 apple slices into each slit so the fruit is nestled into the meat.
Fuji apples work well if that’s what you have on hand, but Granny Smith or any other firm, crisp apple will also be excellent.
Drizzle 1/4 to 1/2 cup of honey evenly over the roast and apples, then sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of cinnamon on top. That’s all the seasoning you need—no additional salt or spices are required unless you prefer them. Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 2½ to 3 hours, or on low for 4 to 5 hours, depending on the size of the roast and your slow cooker. Larger roasts may need a bit more time. The pork is done when it reaches a safe internal temperature and is tender.
Tips
Cooking on high often produces a roast that is tender while still firm enough to slice nicely. If you prefer to serve the roast in slices rather than shredded, high heat for a shorter period helps it hold its shape. I was able to plate the entire roast and cut it into chop-like slices after cooking.
Serve this Crockpot Honey Pork & Apples with simple sides such as a green side salad and baked sweet potatoes for a balanced meal. You can prepare sweet potatoes in a separate slow cooker to keep everything easy and hands-off for the day.
The family enjoyed this dish—the apples, honey, and cinnamon infuse the pork with a subtle, cozy sweetness that complements the savory meat. The result tastes like a hint of autumn without overwhelming the palate. It’s an approachable dinner that’s elegant enough for guests and casual enough for a weeknight.
Crockpot Honey Pork and Apples Recipe
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb pork loin roast
- 2 large apples, sliced (Fuji, Granny Smith, or other firm apples)
- 1/4–1/2 cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Slice shallow slits across the top of the pork roast and place 1–2 apple slices into each slit.
- Place the roast in the crockpot and add any remaining apple slices around the meat.
- Drizzle honey over the pork and apples, then sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Cover and cook on high for 2½–3 hours or on low for 4–5 hours, until the pork reaches a safe internal temperature and is tender.
- Remove from the slow cooker, slice the roast, and serve with the cooked apples on top.
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