If you’re craving a meal that fills your home with an irresistible aroma and delivers juicy, fall-apart pork with a hint of sweet spice, this Apple Cinnamon Pork Loin Roast in the slow cooker is your new go-to recipe.
This isn’t just another boring roast — it’s comfort food at its finest. The marriage of tender pork, sweet apples, mellow cinnamon, and savory seasonings transforms simple ingredients into something truly memorable.
Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight dinner or hosting a weekend family meal, here’s how to make this dish shine.
🛒 What You’ll Need
Before we start cooking, gather these ingredients:
For the Roast:
3–4 lb pork loin roast
2–3 apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1–2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup apple juice or apple cider
1 tbsp cinnamon
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp cold water
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Pork
Take your pork loin out of the fridge and pat it dry with paper towels. This helps the seasonings stick better.
Season the roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
🍎 Step 2: Layer the Slow Cooker
In the bottom of your slow cooker, spread the sliced onions and apples evenly. These will act as a fragrant bed for your pork and help infuse it with flavor.
Sprinkle the minced garlic over the apples and onions.
🧂 Step 3: Season and Combine
In a bowl, mix together:
Cinnamon
Brown sugar
Dijon mustard
Apple juice (or cider)
Pour this mixture over the pork loin, making sure it’s well coated. The cinnamon and apples will create a sweet aroma that blends perfectly with the pork.
Place the seasoned pork on top of the apples and onions.
⏱ Step 4: Slow Cook
Cover your slow cooker and set it to LOW for 6–8 hours, or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
You’ll know it’s done when the pork is:
✔ Tender and easily pulls apart
✔ Golden-brown on top
✔ Smelling like heaven
🥣 Step 5: Make the Sauce
Once the pork is cooked, carefully lift it out and set it aside on a cutting board.
Strain the liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Add this slurry to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Pour the sauce over your sliced pork for a rich, glossy finish.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
This roast pairs beautifully with:
👉 Creamy mashed potatoes
👉 Buttered green beans
👉 Roasted carrots
👉 Warm dinner rolls
The sweet apple-cinnamon sauce soaks perfectly into mashed potatoes — trust me, your guests will be licking their plates.
💡 Pro Tips for Perfection
Don’t rush the cook time. Slow cooking at low heat gives you the most tender results.
Choose firmer apples. They hold up better during the slow cooking process.
Fresh herbs make a difference. A sprinkle of thyme or rosemary boosts flavor without overpowering the sweetness.
🍏 Why This Recipe Works
This dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors:
Savory pork cuts through the sweet apple notes
Cinnamon and brown sugar add warmth without being overly sugary
Slow cooking ensures melt-in-your-mouth texture
Plus, your kitchen will smell amazing for hours — like fall dinner comfort wrapped in a hug.
🏁 Final Thoughts
If you want a dish that feels special but doesn’t require hours of hands-on work, this Apple Cinnamon Pork Loin Roast delivers. It’s cozy, flavorful, and downright delicious — perfect for weeknight dinners, Sunday family meals, or anytime you crave comfort with a twist.
Give it a try tonight and watch it disappear from the table!
