Breastfeeding Friendly Instant Pot Applesauce
Warm, cinnamon-scented applesauce made from scratch is one of those simple pleasures that feels far more special than the effort involved. The Instant Pot does the heavy lifting here — just a few minutes under pressure and your apple chunks transform into something silky, fragrant, and deeply satisfying. For anyone nursing, knowing exactly what's in your food matters, and this recipe keeps things clean and straightforward: real apples, a splash of juice, lemon, and spice, with sugar entirely optional so you can keep it as wholesome as you like. The cinnamon and optional nutmeg give it a cozy warmth without relying on anything processed or hard to track. You can leave it chunky with a quick mash or go fully smooth with an immersion blender depending on your mood — either way it's delicious warm or cold straight from the fridge. It also stores beautifully, so making a big batch means you've got a nourishing, grab-and-go snack ready whenever you need it.
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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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