Instant Pot Applesauce
User Reviews
5
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
120 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Dessert, Condiments
Instant Pot Applesauce
Description
The recipe uses whole or peeled apples cooked under high pressure in an Instant Pot with cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and water. Pressure cooking softens the apples quickly and concentrates flavors, keeping the sauce fresh and naturally sweet. Once cooked, the cinnamon sticks are removed and the apples are blended to the desired consistency using an immersion blender.
A pinch of salt balances the sweetness, and honey is added according to taste, allowing flexibility depending on the apple type and personal preference. The resulting applesauce is smooth and warmly spiced, suitable to enjoy on its own or as a complement to meals and desserts.
The recipe notes suggest adjusting sweetness since apples can vary in tartness and flavor intensity. The natural ingredients and controlled pressure cooking make it an easy way to prepare applesauce without added preservatives.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds (1.36kg) apple quartered, peeled or unpeeled, your favorite variety, e.g. Organic Gala Apple
- 1 - 2 cinnamon stick
- ¼ cup (60ml) water cold
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon (0.5g - 1g) nutmeg
- A pinch salt
- honey to taste
Instructions
- Pressure Cook Apples: Place cinnamon stick(s), ½ (1g) tsp nutmeg, ¼ cup (60ml) cold water and 3 lbs (1.36kg) quartered apples in Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. With Venting Knob in Venting Position, close the lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing Position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 5 minutes + Natural Release. Open the lid carefully.
- Blend & Season Applesauce: Remove cinnamon stick(s) and blend the applesauce into desired consistency with an immersion blender. Taste the applesauce and add a pinch of salt. Add honey to taste. Serve applesauce & enjoy~
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey based on the sweetness of your apples and your personal taste.
- Use an immersion blender to reach your preferred applesauce texture, from chunky to smooth.
- Pressure cook the apples for 5 minutes followed by natural pressure release to avoid overcooking.
- Adding a pinch of salt helps to enhance overall flavor balance.
- Consider experimenting with apple varieties to find your favorite flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 243mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 122IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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