Beef Free Instant Pot Applesauce
Warm, spiced, and made entirely from scratch, this Instant Pot applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the jarred stuff. A handful of fresh apples, a splash of juice, and a touch of cinnamon come together under pressure in just minutes, filling your kitchen with the coziest autumn aroma imaginable. Because every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any meat products, it's a completely worry-free option for anyone avoiding beef or other animal proteins. You get to choose your own texture too — mash it rustic and chunky, or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood or what you're serving it alongside. A little nutmeg and a spoonful of brown sugar are optional finishing touches that take the flavor from simple to genuinely special. It stores beautifully in the fridge and thickens up as it cools, making it just as good the next day spooned over oatmeal, pancakes, or eaten straight from the jar.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup apple juice or water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar or brown sugar, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the apple chunks, apple juice, lemon juice, and cinnamon to the Instant Pot insert. Stir briefly to combine.
- 2
Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
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