Spiced Whiskey-Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

A tender pork tenderloin roasted with a warm whiskey and maple syrup glaze infused with aromatic spices. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, whiskey, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin
• 1/4 cup whiskey
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup whiskey, 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
2. Step 2: Rub 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper evenly over 1 lb pork tenderloin. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Sear pork tenderloin for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crust forms.
4. Step 4: Pour the whiskey-maple glaze over the pork and transfer skillet to the oven. Roast for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and baste pork with pan juices. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving with glaze drizzled on top.