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Irresistible Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin Recipe for Flavor Lovers

Learn how to make delicious Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup (substitute with honey if needed)
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or any neutral cooking oil)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (fresh thyme works great too)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. If you’re anything like me, you’ll appreciate a hot oven that helps seal in all those juicy flavors.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. This glaze is the star of the show, so give it a good stir.
  3. Pat your pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. I know it sounds like a small step, but trust me, it helps the glaze stick better and the pork to brown nicely.
  4. Place the pork in a shallow baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Pour the glaze over the pork, rubbing it all around so every inch is coated. If you have time, cover and marinate for 30 minutes to an hour, but I’ve made this without marinating and it still turns out beautifully.
  5. Bake the pork in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Around the 15-minute mark, spoon a little more glaze from the pan over the pork to keep it moist and flavorful.
  6. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness—the internal temperature should reach 145°F. I remember the first time I used a thermometer; it took the guesswork out of dinner and saved me from dry pork disasters.
  7. Once done, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. This resting time is key—it lets the juices redistribute and keeps the meat tender.
  8. Slice into medallions and drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the top. Serve warm and watch those happy faces dig in.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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