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    Home » Recipes » Side » Instant Pot Applesauce

    Instant Pot Applesauce

    Published: Sep 22, 2022 · Modified: Aug 9, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    This Instant Pot Applesauce recipe is the fastest way to make homemade applesauce! It cooks in only 5 minutes and it is the perfect fall snack.

    top down view of a bowl of applesauce.

    An instant pot is a hands-off way to make applesauce quickly! Although you do have to wait for it to come to full pressure and then allow for the pressure release time, it is still so fast and easy.

    In This Post

    • Instant Pot Applesauce Ingredients
    • How To Make Applesauce In An Instant Pot
    • Quick Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Pressure Cooker Recipes
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    Instant Pot Applesauce Ingredients

    To make this recipe, you’ll need apples, of course, but also some liquid, sugar, and extra flavor. You can swap things out or add what you want to make it your own!

    • Apples: Choose a couple of varieties of apples to make the best applesauce! Look for apples that turn soft while cooking, such as Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, and Golden Delicious.
    • Apple Juice: The apple juice adds additional flavor, but plain water can be used if you prefer.
    • Sugar: We sweetened the applesauce with granulated sugar. You can use more sugar for tart apples or skip it if you have sweet apples.
    • Cinnamon: The ground cinnamon adds so much flavor! You can also add nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cloves.
    • Vanilla: A little vanilla extract stirred in after cooking adds more flavor.

    How To Make Applesauce In An Instant Pot

    Making pressure cooker applesauce only takes three easy steps: prepare the apples, cook the apples, and then mash or puree them!

    slicing and apple with an apple peeler, slicer, corer tool.

    Cut: Peel and cut the apples into pieces discarding the core. We recommend using an apple peeler, slicer, and corer tool to make this step easier.

    sliced apples in an instant pot with sugar and spices on top.

    Cook: Put all of the apple pieces, apple juice, sugar, and cinnamon into the instant pot. Cover and cook using a natural release followed by a quick release for the remaining pressure. Stir in the vanilla extract.

    using an stick blender to mash applesauce in an instant pot.

    Mash: After allowing the cooked apples to cool for 15-20 minutes, puree them with an immersion blender. You can use a food processor or vented high-speed blender to mash cooled cooked apples.

    applesauce in an instant pot.

    Quick Tips

    • Make Ahead: This is a great recipe to make ahead of time! You can store it in the refrigerator or the freezer. We like to put it into small containers and store some in both places.
    • Refrigerator: Allow the applesauce to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to airtight containers and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.
    • Freezer: Once the applesauce has cooled, store it in airtight containers in the freezer for 1-2 months for the best results. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Smaller, individual containers will thaw faster, so keep that in mind when choosing storage containers.
    spoonful of instant pot applesauce.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you serve applesauce hot or cold?

    You can serve applesauce hot or cold. Hot applesauce can be served for breakfast on pancakes or waffles or as a dessert on vanilla ice cream. Cold applesauce is a popular side dish or snack.

    How can I make instant pot applesauce with less sugar?

    You can add water instead of apple juice and skip adding the granulated sugar.

    Can you make instant pot applesauce with skins?

    Yes, you can leave the skins on most apples, but we recommend peeling tough-skinned apples such as Granny Smith. It will change the color of the applesauce, and you may need to puree the cooked apples longer to make the applesauce smooth.

    instant pot applesauce in a brown bowl.

    More Pressure Cooker Recipes

    • Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash is an easy dinner recipe that is full of veggies!
    • Make Instant Pot Corn On The Cob as a simple side dish for the whole family!
    instant pot applesauce in a bowl.

    Instant Pot Applesauce

    This Instant Pot Applesauce recipe is the fastest way to make homemade applesauce! It cooks in only 5 minutes and it is the perfect fall snack.
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cooling Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12
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    Equipment

    Instant Pot

    Ingredients

    • 5 lbs apples about 10-12 medium apples
    • 1 cup apple juice no added sugar
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar up to ½ cup depending on sweetness of apples
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Peel, core, and cut apples into small chunks.
    • Put the apple chunks into the instant pot (we use an 8-quart size). Add the apple juice, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir to coat.
    • Secure the instant pot lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
    • Allow the pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes and then quick release the remaining pressure.
    • Remove the instant pot liner and place it on a pot holder or heat-proof surface. Stir in the vanilla extract. Cool for 10-15 minutes.
    • You can drain the excess liquid, before mashing the apples, for thicker applesauce, if you prefer. Mash with a fork, potato masher, immersion blender, food processor, or in batches in a vented high-speed blender (leave the center cap off the lid and cover with a dish towel) depending on how smooth you want the applesauce to be.

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    Notes

    Store cooled applesauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for 1-2 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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