Instant Pot Applesauce: Easy Homemade Recipe
A quick and silky applesauce made in the Instant Pot, perfect as a snack, dessert topping, or baby food. Pressure-cooked apples meld into a smooth, naturally sweet sauce in just 20 minutes.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 60kcal
Ingredients
- 4 large apples (about 2 cups peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste, optional)
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/2-inch chunks
- Place apple slices in the Instant Pot with 1/2 cup water
- Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar (if using)
- Close lid and set to Pressure Cook on High for 8 minutes
- Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure
- Transfer apples to a blender and puree until smooth
- Cool and serve
Notes
Use a combination of apples like Fuji, Gala, and Honeycrisp for best flavor
Cool applesauce for 5-10 minutes before blending to avoid releasing too much liquid
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Cool applesauce for 5-10 minutes before blending to avoid releasing too much liquid
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g