Apricot Glazed Pork Loin Roast

Vintage apricot glazed pork loin roast — a tender boneless pork roast finished with a sweet-tangy apricot glaze made from apricot nectar, brown sugar, and reserved apricot syrup. It makes a beautiful centerpiece for Sunday dinner or holidays.

Apricot Glazed Pork Loin Roast

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 lb pork loin roast
• Salt (to taste)
• Apricot nectar (for glaze)
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 (16 oz) can apricot halves, drained (reserve syrup)
• 2 teaspoons vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Drain apricots and reserve the syrup.
2. Season pork roast with salt and place in a roasting pan.
3. Prepare the glaze: combine apricot nectar, brown sugar, reserved apricot syrup, and vinegar.
4. Roast the pork until nearly done (about 2 hours total for a 3–4 lb roast). During the last 30 minutes, brush the roast generously with the glaze several times.
5. Arrange drained apricot halves around the roast for serving. Make gravy from pan drippings if desired.

Serves: 6

FAQ

Do I have to use apricot nectar?

Apricot nectar provides the best flavor, but you can supplement with extra reserved apricot syrup if needed.

When do I brush on the glaze?

Brush the glaze on during the last 30 minutes of roasting so it caramelizes nicely without burning.

Can I use pork tenderloin instead of pork loin?

This recipe is written for a pork loin roast. Pork tenderloin cooks much faster, so timing would need significant adjustment.

Can I make the glaze ahead of time?

Yes. Mix the glaze ingredients and refrigerate. Brush it on near the end of roasting.

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