Here’s an easy, flavorful way to make cranberry sauce pork loin in a slow cooker 🍒🥩 — sweet, savory, and perfect for busy days.
🍒 Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2–3 lb pork loin (not tenderloin)
- 1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare
- Lightly season pork loin with pepper and garlic powder.
- Place it in the slow cooker.
2️⃣ Mix Sauce
- In a bowl, combine cranberry sauce, onion soup mix, broth, Dijon, and brown sugar.
- Pour over the pork.
3️⃣ Cook
- Low: 6–8 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).
4️⃣ Optional Thickening
- Remove pork.
- Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water.
- Stir into sauce and cook on HIGH for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
5️⃣ Serve
- Slice pork and spoon cranberry sauce over the top.
🥔 Pairs Well With
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Roasted vegetables
- Stuffing
🔥 Flavor Variations
- Add fresh rosemary or thyme
- Stir in a splash of balsamic vinegar
- Add sliced onions under the pork
If you’d like, I can also give you a holiday-style version with orange zest and fresh cranberries or a savory low-sugar version.
