This Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin is the ultimate fall dinner. Juicy pork is pan-seared and oven-roasted to perfection, then glazed with a reduction of apple cider, Dijon, and herbs for a glossy, sweet-savory finish. It’s a cozy yet elegant dish made to impress.
The first time I made this recipe, the aroma of bubbling apple cider and rosemary filled the kitchen—it smelled like autumn in a pan. The cider glaze brings out the natural sweetness of the pork while balancing it with tangy mustard and a hint of garlic.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or just want something elevated for Sunday dinner, this dish delivers bold flavor without fuss. It pairs beautifully with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or wild rice. You can even slice it cold the next day for sandwiches.
Elegant enough for guests and easy enough for weeknights, this is a must-have for your fall recipe lineup.
Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin – Sweet, Savory, and Fall-Perfect
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat pork dry, season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear pork on all sides until browned (about 6–8 minutes total).
- Remove pork briefly and reduce heat. Add cider, mustard, vinegar, garlic, and rosemary. Stir to combine.
- Return pork to skillet. Spoon glaze over top.
- Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15–20 minutes or until pork reaches 145°F internal temp.
- Remove from oven. Let rest 5 minutes.
- Slice and spoon reduced glaze over top. Finish with butter if desired.