Instant Pot® Applesauce

Instant Pot® Applesauce

Five minutes of high pressure is all you need to get a smooth, fragrant applesauce - the Instant Pot® does all the work!

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
28 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Use a vegetable peeler to remove 2 thick strips of lemon peel, being careful to avoid the bitter pith. Tie up lemon peel, cinnamon stick, ginger, star anise, and cloves in cheesecloth for easy retrieval after cooking.
Step 2
Mix brown sugar into the applesauce until dissolved. Taste and adjust the level of sweetness if needed.
Step 3
Place apples in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add cheesecloth bundle, water, and salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Step 4
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 15 to 20 minutes. Avoid releasing pressure manually as hot applesauce may splutter up through the vent. Remove the cheesecloth bundle with a slotted spoon and discard.
Instant Pot® Applesauce
Instant Pot® Applesauce
Instant Pot® Applesauce

Ingredients

  • 1 lemon
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste
  • 1 star anise pod
  • 1 (1/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger
  • 1 piece cheesecloth
  • 3 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and quartered
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup water

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