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The Magical Slow Cooker » Recipes » Dinner » Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin

Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin

by Sarah Olson on February 14, 2022 | Updated April 20, 2022 57 Comments

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You won’t believe how tender this slow cooker cranberry pork loin is! Cranberry sauce is combined with onion soup mix in this recipe, and it’s a perfect pair. It’s a wonderful comfort food weeknight meal or can even be the main dish for a holiday dinner.

If you love a good pork loin, then cooking it in the slow cooker is a must! We love this recipe or honey apple pork loin.

cranberry pork in slow cooker, cooked

Why this recipe works

I mix Lipton onion soup mix with cranberry, which helps this dish to taste more savory than sweet. This is one of those three ingredients recipes that you can make any night of the week!

I’m excited to start the holiday recipes with this slow cooker cranberry pork loin. Typically when you think of pairing cranberry with a protein, you think turkey, but surprisingly cranberry is even better with pork!

Recipe Ingredients

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  • Pork Loin – This is the larger than a pork tenderloin and has a little bit of fat. It has amazing flavor and doesn’t dry out in the slow cooker.
  • Lipton Onion Soup Mix – This adds a punch of onion flavor to the recipe and pairs very well with cranberry
  • Whole Cranberry Sauce – I use one can of whole cranberry in this recipe, though you can use homemade cranberry sauce if you have it.

Step-by-Step Directions

cranberry sauce and onion soup mix in a bowl.

Step One – In a small bowl, add the cranberry sauce and the onion soup mix.

Step Two – Mix these two ingredients until combined.

collage on how to add pork and cranberry onion sauce to slow cooker

Step Three – Add the pork loin to the slow cooker. If your pork loin has a fatty side, place that side down.

Step Four – Pour over the cranberry/onion mixture over the pork loin.

Step Five – Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 hours.

cooked cranberry pork loin in slow cooker

What To Serve With This Recipe

Choose one or more of these options. Think holiday dinner when serving this.

  • Additional cranberry sauce – we love to serve cold cranberry on the side of this pork just as you would turkey.
  • Rice Pilaf – I make Farmstand Wild Rice Pilaf or Mashed Potatoes
  • Homemade dinner rolls
  • Bacon green beans or green bean casserole
  • Ceaser Salad – Try this ceaser dressing for the BEST ceaser salad, we make it often.
side view of cranberry pork loin in slow cooker

Variations

  • Cranberry Orange Pork Loin – Add a 1/2 cup of orange marmalade to this recipe, you’ll be amazed how well orange and cranberry go together.
  • Cranberry Pork Loin wirth Sauerkraut – Add 1 bag of sauerkraut around the pork loin. This is for all my sauerkraut lovers!
  • Pineapple Cranberry Pork Loin – Add a drained can of crushed pineapple to this recipe.
  • Flavor burst – Want to add depth of flavor and uniqueness to your recipe? Add one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use homemade cranberry sauce in this recipe?

Yes! I have done this recipe with my homemade slow cooker cranberry sauce and had great results. Use 1 1/2 to 2 cups of fresh cranberry sauce if you have cranberry butter, that works great too!

What can be used instead of Lipton onion soup mix?

You can use a can of Campbell’s French Onion Soup (don’t add water) in place of the powdered mix. Alternatively, you can use a half cup of dried minced onions. If you can’t have onions, skip it!

What other cuts of meat will work?

Try this cranberry and onion mixture over boneless pork ribs, pork butt, or even chicken thighs.

Can jellied cranberry sauce be used?

Yes, use a can of jellied cranberry in this recipe. I know many people don’t like whole cranberry sauce and making this switch won’t affect the recipe at all.

plate with slice of pork loin, rice, green beans and side of cranberry sauce

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin Recipe

4.98 from 44 votes
Delicious holiday cranberry sauce is given a new place on your table in this savory pork loin roast. Onion soup mix gives this roast a wonderful flavor.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 385kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 4 lb. pork loin 3-4 lbs
  • 14 oz. can whole cranberry sauce
  • 1 oz. packet Lipton onion soup mix

Optional but recommended for serving

  • 1 can cranberry sauce (whole or jellied) cold cranberry sauce on the side of this pork for serving is AMAZING. Grab another can if you can.
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Instructions:

  • In a small bowl add the cranberry sauce and the onion soup mix, stir until combined.
  • Add the pork loin into the slow cooker.
  • Pour over the cranberry mixture.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • Slice and serve with the sauce in the slow cooker.
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Recipe Notes:

Can I use homemade cranberry sauce?
Yes! If you have leftover cranberry sauce, it will work wonderfully in this recipe.
Can I use jellied cranberry sauce?
Yes! Jellied works fine in this recipe and will make a smoother sauce.
What other cuts of meat will work?
Try this cranberry and onion mixture over boneless pork ribs, pork butt, or even chicken thighs.
What can be used instead of Lipton onion soup mix?
You can use a can of Campbell’s French Onion Soup (don’t add water) in place of the powdered mix. Alternatively, you can use a half cup of dried minced onions. If you can’t have onions, skip it!
Variations
  • Cranberry Orange Pork Loin – Add a 1/2 cup of orange marmalade to this recipe, you’ll be amazed how well orange and cranberry go together.
  • Cranberry Pork Loin wirth Sauerkraut – Add 1 bag of sauerkraut around the pork loin. This is for all my sauerkraut lovers!
  • Pineapple Cranberry Pork Loin – Add a drained can of crushed pineapple to this recipe.
  • Flavor burst – Want to add depth of flavor and uniqueness to your recipe? Add one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 8g | Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Other great slow cooker pork loin recipes:

  • Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin
  • Slow Cooker Honey Apple Pork Loin
  • Slow Cooker Green Chile Pork Loin
  • Slow Cooker Apple Barbecue Pork Loin

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    Comments

    1. Mary Ann Oldis says

      March 13, 2022 at 11:02 am

      5 stars
      My family loves this recipe candles I have shared it with many friends.
      Can I cook it on high instead of low? How long?

      Reply
    2. Lauren says

      February 10, 2022 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy and tasty recipe! My loin was about 1.5lbs so I adjusted the cooking time to 4 hours on low. Came out great. Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Michelle says

      December 22, 2021 at 4:12 pm

      My questions disappeared. Hoe long would I cook bone in pork chops or a small pork tenderloin please?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 23, 2021 at 4:10 pm

        About 5-6 hours on low.

        Reply
    4. Michelle says

      December 19, 2021 at 1:39 pm

      How long would I cook a 22oz pork tenderloin?

      Reply
    5. Michelle says

      December 19, 2021 at 1:35 pm

      How long would I cook bone in pork chops please?

      Reply
    6. Martha says

      December 18, 2021 at 7:29 am

      So good, so easy……..I used chicken added some oranges & some jalapeño jam!! Amazing!!

      Reply
    7. Carol says

      November 13, 2021 at 4:31 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy, absolutely delicious

      Reply
    8. LinB says

      November 11, 2021 at 1:02 pm

      Can I adjust the time and use a Pork tenderloin? Since there are just two of us, I always buy a tenderloin.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 11, 2021 at 3:06 pm

        Yes, it will be great.

        Reply
    9. Michelle Fowler says

      November 8, 2021 at 10:33 am

      5 stars
      super easy and so good I added a 1/2 cup of orange marmalade sauce makes an excellent gravy as well Just add a little cornstarch to thicken

      Reply
    10. Liz says

      November 8, 2021 at 9:32 am

      I’m going to try this using a slow-oven…sooo looking forward to the aroma inside the house after raking leaves !…

      Reply
    11. robert karvonen says

      September 18, 2021 at 1:04 am

      can i substitute country for bonless ribs for pork loin n this recipe?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        September 18, 2021 at 7:19 am

        That will work great!

        Reply
    12. Jill says

      June 29, 2021 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! So good! Day one ate with sides. Day 2 shredded and ate on hamburger buns. The family LOVED it!

      Reply
    13. Michelle says

      April 14, 2021 at 10:06 pm

      How long would I cook a smaller pork loin? Thank you.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        April 15, 2021 at 11:26 am

        About 5-6 hours on low.

        Reply
        • Michelle says

          April 15, 2021 at 12:15 pm

          Thank you

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