Instant Pot Applesauce

If you love homemade applesauce but don't have the time to make it from scratch on the stove top, this Instant Pot applesauce recipe is perfect for you!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Are you looking for an easy way to make delicious homemade applesauce that won't take hours? With this simple instant pot recipe, you can learn how to make a super tasty applesauce in just 15 minutes.

No more waiting around watching the slow simmer of traditional stovetop recipes - with this method, all you have to do is set the program and let the Instant Pot do the work.

• Quick and easy to make. Just peel, core, and chop up the apples, add them to the Instant Pot, and cook for 8 minutes.
• Hands-off. Once you've added the ingredients to the Instant Pot, you can just set it the program and forget it.
• Smooth, creamy applesauce. The high pressure of the Instant Pot helps to break down the apples, resulting in a smooth and creamy texture.
• Versatile. You can customize this recipe by adding different spices or sweeteners.
• Economical. If you have a surplus of apples, this recipe is a great way to put them to good use.

Jump to:

• Why You Will Love This Recipe
• Ingredients for Instant Pot Applesauce
• How to Make Instant Pot Applesauce
• Serving Suggestions
• Related Recipes
• Substitutions and Variations
• Equipment
• Storage and Reheating
• Tips for Success
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
• 📖 Recipe
• Food Safety

Ingredients for Instant Pot Applesauce

Applesauce is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any time of year. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and can be enjoyed on its own, as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or as a filling for pastries.

• Granny Smith apples - Washed, peeled, cored, and diced.
• Honeycrisp apples - Washed, peeled, cored, and diced.
• Cinnamon sticks - Whole, this will prevent discoloring your applesauce.
• Turbinado sugar (pure cane sugar) - You can also use white sugar or honey.
• Water - For processing.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Instant Pot Applesauce

Preparing this tasty treat doesn't require hours of prep - we'll show you how to make smooth applesauce that's delicious on pancakes, waffles, and so much more.

Plus, it's delicious! Keep reading our easy-to-follow guide on making this Instant Pot applesauce recipe.

Prepare The Apples

1. Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples into 1" chunks.

2. Add the apple chunks, water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks to the Instant Pot and mix well.

Program The Instant Pot & Cook

3. Seal the Iid on the Instant Pot, and set the vent to seal.
   
   
4. Program the pressure to cook on HIGH for 8 minutes.
   
   
5. When program beeps that it's complete, do a quick release, taking care to not get your hand in the path of the steam.

Puree For Smooth Applesauce

6. Using an immersion blender, blend the applesauce mixture until you get the consistency you prefer.
   
   
7. For chunky applesauce, use a potato masher instead of the immersion blender.
   
   
8. Transfer the applesauce to mason jars or plastic containers. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Serving Suggestions

Applesauce is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any time of year. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and can be enjoyed on its own, as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or as a filling for pastries.

Some other ideas to serve applesauce with are our recipes for:

• Potato Latkes
• Almond Vanilla Granola
• Air Fried Bacon
• Apple Cinnamon Rolls
• Bacon, Egg, and Cheddar Roll-up
• Bread Machine Honey Wheat Bread

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Related Recipes

• Slow Cooker Unsweetened Applesauce
• 3 Minute Fudge
• How To Make Homemade Butter
• Potato Latkes
• Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice

Substitutions and Variations

Here are a few substitutions and variations when making this applesauce recipe in the Instant Pot.

• You can also add other spices to the applesauce, such as nutmeg, vanilla extract, or ginger.
• If you like a sweeter applesauce, add more sugar or honey to taste.
• If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this applesauce on the stovetop or in the oven. Just follow the same basic instructions, but cook the applesauce on low until soft and mushy.

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this Instant pot applesauce recipe.

• Instant Pot Duo Plus 6 Quart 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker,
• Instant Pot, 6 quart

Storage and Reheating

• Applesauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• You can also freeze applesauce for up to 3 months. To freeze, let the applesauce cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container.
• To reheat applesauce, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, then warm it in a saucepan over low heat until heated through.

Tips for Success

• For a chunky applesauce, don't puree after processing in the Instant Pot.
• For unsweetened applesauce, omit the sugar.
• You can also add other spices to the applesauce, such as ginger, cloves, or allspice.
• You can substitute other types of apples for the ones in this recipe. Some good options include Fuji, Macintosh, and Gala.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Food Safety

• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
• Wash hands after touching raw meat.
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
• Never leave cooking food unattended.
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.