Easy Prep: Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Pork Roast

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Pork Roast is a simple crock pot entree that is served with an optional honey mustard gravy that will have you smacking your lips and asking for more.

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Pork Roast Recipe

Have I ever mentioned that Megan and I grew up on a hog farm? Yep, our Dad raised pigs for most of his life which means we ate a lot of pork. To this day, I prefer pork over beef. And in all honesty, my kids do too.

Every year, I split a half of a hog with one of my sisters. We get it butchered, and then we fill our deep freezers with ham steaks, bacon, pork sausage, pork steaks, pork chops and pork roasts.

This is the reason I’m always on the lookout for a new pork recipe such as this honey mustard pork loin roast. I found a similar recipe for Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin (oven version) in my North Carolina Elks Cook Book and modified it to fit my needs.

The result is a perfectly tender crock pot pork roast with a tasty and satisfying honey mustard glaze.  You don’t necessarily have to go the extra step to make this honey mustard gravy, but I highly recommend it. It takes this recipe to a whole new level.

What cut of meat is a pork roast?

A pork roast is typically a pork loin roast. Sometimes, it comes with a bone still intact, but most often it is boneless.  Pork Loin Roast is another name for Pork Roast.

This is not to be confused with a Pork Shoulder (also known as a Pork Butt). These are two entirely different cuts of meat.

What’s the best cooking method for pork roast?

In my humble opinion, the slow cooker works best for a pork roast. Since this cut of meat is from the loin of a pig, there isn’t a ton of fat. Low and slow results in a tender dinner. Do not overcook or it can get dry.

Can I substitute a pork roast for a beef roast in recipes?

Yes, you absolutely can. This is a great way to introduce some variety in your favorite recipes.

How to Make Honey Mustard Pork Shoulder Roast in Crock Pot:

Step by Step Instructions

1. Line crock pot insert with a liner, if desired.
2.  Arrange pork roast in the crock pot insert.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard and paprika.
4. Pour half of the mixture over roast, flip the roast and pour the remaining over the other side.
5. Cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or low for 7-8 hours.  If possible, flip the roast half way through cooking

Optional Honey Mustard Gravy

1. In a small bowl, mix cold water and cornstarch.
2. Remove pork from slow cooker; cover with foil to keep warm. Leave the cooking juices in the crock pot.
3. Pour cornstarch mixture into cooking liquids, and stir.
4. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes on high or until a gravy forms.
5. Add additional honey and Dijon to taste. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over the meat or return the meat to the slow cooker to coat all sides.

For the full instructions for Honey Mustard Glazed Pork Roast, scroll to the bottom of this post. 

Recipe FAQs

• The Honey Mustard Gravy is completely optional, but highly recommended. If you’re short on time, omit the gravy steps. Instead, shred the pork and pour the cooking liquids over top before serving.
• I recommend using Dijon mustard, but in a bind stone-ground or yellow mustard works too.
• Do not overcook your honey mustard glazed pork roast.  There’s nothing worse than tough pork.
• Pork roasts are also called pork loin roasts.

Should I sear pork before slow cooker

Searing any type of meat before cooking in a crock pot or slow cooker is always a good idea; however, it is a completely optional step. If you want the absolute most flavor, the searing the meat in a large skillet in oil or butter will help achieve that. But, if you’re short on time (or effort), them omit that step.

More Pork Roast Recipes

Slow Cooker Pork Roast and Gravy

 Easy Slow Cooker Pork Roast

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