Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze

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Tender pork coated in a sweet-tart cranberry-apple glaze, roasted to perfection with rosemary. This american-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, canned cranberry sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.25 lbs pork tenderloin dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup canned cranberry sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup apple cider, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Place pork tenderloin in a roasting pan and brush half the cranberry mixture over the top. Roast for 25 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Baste with remaining sauce and roast for 10-15 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F, then let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cranberry-Apple Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glaze?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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