Pork Roast with a Cranberry Glaze

Transform your dinner table into a holiday-worthy feast with this succulent Pork Roast with a Cranberry Glaze. This show-stopping recipe combines the savory richness of a perfectly seared boneless pork loin with a tangy-sweet glaze made from whole berry cranberry sauce, fresh orange zest, and warming spices like cinnamon and cloves. The roast is basted to perfection, creating a juicy, flavorful centerpiece that’s ideal for special occasions or an elevated weeknight meal. With just 15 minutes of prep and a blend of vibrant ingredients, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Serve it with roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a meal that’s as comforting as it is impressive.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds boneless pork loin roast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup orange juice
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork roast dry with paper towels and season it on all sides with the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Set the glaze aside.

Step 5

Once the pork roast is seared, remove from heat and pour the cranberry glaze over the top, spreading it evenly across the roast.

Step 6

Add the water to the bottom of the skillet or roasting pan to prevent the glaze from burning and to create a moist cooking environment.

Step 7

Cover the skillet or roasting pan with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Roast for 60 minutes.

Step 8

After 60 minutes, remove the foil and baste the roast with the glaze and juices from the pan. Continue roasting uncovered for an additional 20–30 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove the pork roast from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the pork roast with the cranberry glaze spooned over the top, along with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1848.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4021.4

Total Fat 219.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1075.0mg	0%
Sodium 5583.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 112.8g
Protein 369.0g	0%

Vitamin D 95.3IU	0%
Calcium 325.0mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 6026.0mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 12.4%