Apple Cinnamon Pork Tenderloin Recipe

This show-stopping Apple Cinnamon Pork Tenderloin with Cranberries is surprisingly simple to make, yet delivers incredible flavor! A perfect Christmas alternative to a traditional turkey dinner, this recipe boasts a beautiful color thanks to the addition of dried cranberries. Enjoy a juicy, tender pork tenderloin bathed in a sweet and tart apple cider glaze. Easily customizable to your taste, this recipe is sure to become a holiday favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 227.9 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Pork Tenderloin

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How to Make Apple Cinnamon Pork Tenderloin

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the 1.5-2 lb pork tenderloin in a roasting pan or casserole dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup apple cider, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Pour 1/4 cup of the apple mixture into the bottom of the roasting pan.
  5. Spoon the remaining apple mixture evenly around the pork tenderloin. Cover the roasting pan tightly with foil.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil. Spoon the apple mixture over the top of the tenderloin.
  8. Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin registers 155-160°F (68-71°C).
  9. Let the pork tenderloin rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

6g

Carbs

7g