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Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

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By: LalainePosted: 11/02/2018Updated: 12/29/2022
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Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is an easy meal that’s sure to impress. Juicy and tasty with a sweet glaze, it’s sure to be a dinner hit!

sliced Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin on a platter
Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

If you’re looking for a great meat alternative to the classic turkey or ham this holiday season, this brown sugar bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin will make an impressive addition to your menu.  It’s so easy to make for everyday family dinners yet fancy enough for company.

Wrapped in deliciously crisp and caramelized bacon, the thick slices of tenderloin comes out super moist and flavorful. Serve with your favorite hearty sides such as garlic mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts and you’ve got a guaranteed party hit!

sliced bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin with brown sugar glaze on a cutting board

Although pork tenderloin is a great cut to cook, it can be a little challenging to work with. Made up of thin, lean muscles, it’s one of the most tender parts of the animal. However, it contains very little fat that it can easily overcook from a potentially juicy piece of pork to something dry and cardboard-like.

Wrapping the tenderloin in bacon is my favorite solution! Not only does the rendered fat from the bacon add a smoky flavor, but it also keeps the meat moist and succulent. And when you add a sweet and slightly spicy glaze, you get a beautifully crisp and caramelized pork dish that’s out of this world delicious!

pork tenderloin, brown sugar, tabasco, bacon, garlic powder, salt, pepper

This pork tenderloin recipe is so easy to make, you’d be pleasantly surprised how mouthwatering it turns out in under an hour! You’d be looking like a kitchen heroine without hardly a sweat!

Plus it uses pantry staples so there’s no running around town scouring for fancy ingredients. It’s amazing what a little brown sugar and a few strips of bacon can do!

brown sugar and hot sauce mixture in a bowl with a measuring spoon

Speaking of brown sugar, this pork tenderloin is finished off with a simple sauce made of brown sugar and hot sauce that takes it over the top. Mix the two ingredients in a small bowl into thick consistency and brush it all over the pork on the last 15 minutes of cooking time.

If you don’t want the spice, replace the hot sauce with dijon mustard. Either way, this easy baste brings so much flavor!

coating pork tenderloin with brown sugar and wrapping in bacon

Cooking tips

  • Use thin cut bacon so it cooks and crisps in tandem with the pork.
  • Although you can roast the pork in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish, I highly suggest a roasting pan so the heat circulates around the meat and browns it all around. This also helps the rendered fat to drip down to the pan so the pork is not sitting in a pool of grease.
  • Please use a meat thermometer to check for doneness! Not only is it a must for food safety, but it also ensures the meat is perfectly cooked.

bacon-wrapped pork with brown sugar glaze on roasting rack

  • Want to skip the spice? Swap the hot sauce with Dijon mustard for a hint of tang.
  • If you want to crisp up the bacon further, broil for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • The pork looks so amazing you’d want to dig in ASAP but please let stand for about 5 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

sliced brown sugar pork loin wrapped in bacon on a white plate

How to serve

  • Serve for lunch or dinner with your favorite sides such as potatoes, buttered noodles, or rice along with roasted veggies or tossed salad.
  • Transfer leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, heat cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the pork loin and sear on each side, turning frequently, until a thermometer inserted in the center of the meat reads 165 F.

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @OnionRingsAndThings on Facebook and Instagram!

sliced Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin on a platter
4.19 from 43 votes

Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with brown sugar glaze is easy to make for everyday family dinners yet fancy enough for company. It's moist, tasty, and a guaranteed crowd favorite!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Author: Lalaine
Course: Main Entree
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4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 slices thin-cut bacon
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
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Instructions

  • With a knife, remove the silver skin from the pork tenderloin.
  • In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub on the meat to fully coat. 
  • Going from one end to the next, wrap the bacon around the tenderloin. Secure with toothpicks. 
  • Place pork on a roasting rack set over a pan. and bake in a 400 F oven for about 15 to 20  minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 135 F.  
  • In a bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and hot sauce. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  • Liberally brush brown sugar mixture on pork. Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes or until outside is caramelized and a thermometer inserted in the center reads 145 F. 
  • Remove from heat and let stand for about 5 minutes before slicing.

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 375kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 38g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 128mg, Sodium: 874mg, Potassium: 750mg, Sugar: 13g, Vitamin A: 50IU, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 1.8mg

“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”

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  1. Tammie says

    Posted on 10/15/19 at 4:37 am

    It drives me crazy when comments are made on how great a recipe sounds or looks without ever making it. . When I look at comments I’m looking for comments on how well the recipe turned out for the people who actually cooked the dish.

    Reply
  2. Francine says

    Posted on 10/6/19 at 3:32 pm

    It was good. Not sure how I was supposed to brown the underside of it. Bacon underneath was not cooked enough. I did put it under the broiler. I would try it sgain.

    Reply
  3. Melinda Laster says

    Posted on 9/11/19 at 1:26 pm

    I am trying this right now! I wish I could post a pic with this comment but that’s ok, I’ll post one separately! 😁

    Reply
  4. Phillip says

    Posted on 8/17/19 at 11:13 am

    5 stars
    Can I use this in my pellet smoker?

    Reply
  5. Miriam says

    Posted on 4/21/19 at 8:53 pm

    4 stars
    Made this today for the first time. Followed recipe exactly except the brown sugar at the end. It was so good and easy! Made 2 pork loins and leftovers were almost better! Great flavor and juiciness! will make again for sure. Thank you for this easy and delicious recipe.

    Reply
  6. Jessica says

    Posted on 8/19/17 at 6:07 am

    4 stars
    I am doing this recipe today . But I have to do a bigger pork loin like a 6 pound one i am trying to figure out how long it will take to cook this one and how long should I let it bake initially before I run the sugar and mix on the wrapped loin ?

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 11/2/18 at 8:40 pm

      Hi Jessica,

      I’ll give it another 10 to 15 minutes but to be more accurate, I suggest using a thermometer. Enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Claire says

    Posted on 6/19/17 at 12:12 pm

    I don’t really eat pork or bacon, but I think it’s a cool dish!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/19/17 at 2:33 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  8. yukti says

    Posted on 6/16/17 at 2:56 am

    I am vegetarian so cannot enjoy this. But my friends who eats this will surely bookmark this receipe so sharing it with my friends.

    Reply
  9. Melissa Bernardo says

    Posted on 6/12/17 at 1:13 pm

    This recipe looks amazing! Super easy, too! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/27/17 at 2:40 pm

      Thanks, Melissa!

      Reply
  10. Kortney says

    Posted on 6/12/17 at 12:37 am

    This is a seriously perfect father’s day meal! Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/27/17 at 4:46 pm

      You are welcome! I hope you make and enjoy this with your family.

      Reply
  11. My Teen Guide says

    Posted on 6/9/17 at 2:42 pm

    5 stars
    This will be the star of our Father’s Day lunch. My husband has always said, “bacon is the duct tape of food!” So, there you go. Pork tenderloin wrapped in his favorite duct tape. 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/9/17 at 11:59 pm

      A smart guy 🙂

      Reply
  12. Ana Ojha says

    Posted on 6/9/17 at 9:46 am

    5 stars
    I don’t eat pork but my friend just loves it! Caramelized Brown Sugar looks so tempting and shiny…I bet, this recipe looks mouth-watering and delicious! I’ll pass your recipe to my friend and she is going to love it!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/28/17 at 3:10 am

      Thanks, Ana! I hope your friend like it!

      Reply
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