Honey Peach BBQ Pulled Pork (Printable)

Slow-cooked pulled pork with honey, peaches, and tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for summer meals and gatherings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pork

01 - 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat

→ Seasoning

02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

→ Sauce

07 - 1 cup BBQ sauce (ensure gluten-free if needed)
08 - 1/2 cup honey
09 - 1/2 cup peach preserves or peach jam
10 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

→ Peaches

13 - 2 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (or 1 1/2 cups frozen peach slices)

# Directions:

01 - Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels, then evenly coat with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
02 - Place the seasoned pork in the crockpot.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, peach preserves, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until fully blended.
04 - Pour the sauce mixture over the pork in the crockpot. Arrange the peach slices on top and around the pork.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, until pork is very tender and shreds easily.
06 - Remove the pork and shred it with two forks.
07 - Skim excess fat from the sauce if necessary. Return shredded pork to the crockpot, mix well with sauce and peaches, and serve hot with preferred accompaniments.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This pulled pork cooks hands-off and it’s every bit as tender and flavorful as something much more complicated.
  • The peaches and honey give a sweet twist that surprises everyone who tries it, making it a standout at gatherings.
02 -
  • If you rush the cooking time, the pork won’t shred quite as easily and might stay chewy.
  • Layering the peaches in and around the meat guarantees juicy bites instead of mushy peach pockets.
03 -
  • Resting the pulled pork in the sauce for 30 minutes before serving softens and melds flavors—don’t skip it if you have time.
  • Finishing with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or sliced jalapenos makes the dish pop visually and adds a layer of freshness.
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