Cranberry Apple Pork Loin Roast

Elevate your dinner table with this stunning Cranberry Apple Pork Loin Roast—a savory-sweet masterpiece perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. Featuring a tender, juicy pork loin roasted to perfection, this recipe harmoniously blends the tartness of fresh cranberries, the natural sweetness of Granny Smith apples, and a hint of honey for an unforgettable flavor profile. Searing the pork locks in its juices, while a bed of caramelized onions, garlic, and a lightly spiced apple-cider sauce infuses every bite with cozy, autumnal flavors. Finished with a glossy, thickened cranberry-apple glaze and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Ready in just under two hours and serving six, this show-stopping roast pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a comforting, elegant meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork loin roast
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoons dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 pieces Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 piece yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork loin roast dry with paper towels. Rub the surface evenly with salt, pepper, and dried rosemary.

Step 3

In a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin roast on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the apple slices and fresh cranberries to the skillet, then stir in the apple juice, chicken broth, and honey. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

Step 6

Return the seared pork loin to the skillet, nestling it among the fruit mixture. Spoon some of the sauce over the top of the roast.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Roast for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the pork loin to a cutting board. Tent it loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Meanwhile, place the skillet with the cranberry-apple mixture back on the stovetop over medium heat. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then stir it into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 10

Slice the rested pork loin into 1/2-inch thick slices. Serve it with the cranberry-apple mixture spooned over the top.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2721.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4241.0

Total Fat 220.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1075.0mg	0%
Sodium 3789.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 112.8g
Protein 375.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 405.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 7099.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 16.8%