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Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe

Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make delicious Instant Pot Applesauce that is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. This homemade applesauce is perfect for snacking, topping oatmeal, or serving alongside pork dishes.


Ingredients

Scale

Applesauce:

  • 4 pounds apples (such as Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Add the Ingredients: Add the chopped apples, water, sugar (if using), cinnamon, and lemon juice to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  2. Cook: Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  3. Natural Release: Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully do a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  4. Puree: Open the lid and use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the applesauce to your desired consistency.
  5. Adjust: Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as needed. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for balanced flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg