Coconut Free Instant Pot Applesauce
Homemade applesauce is one of those simple pleasures that store-bought versions never quite nail, and the Instant Pot makes it almost effortless. Just apples, a splash of juice, lemon, and warm spices — nothing hidden, nothing unnecessary, and absolutely no coconut derivatives sneaking in through flavoring agents or thickeners the way they sometimes do in packaged alternatives. The pressure cooker does the heavy lifting in just five minutes, breaking the fruit down into something tender and deeply flavorful without any added fats or oils at all. You can keep it rustic and chunky with a potato masher or go silky smooth with an immersion blender, depending on your mood or who you're feeding. A little cinnamon and optional nutmeg give it that cozy, spiced warmth that makes it feel like way more than a basic side dish. It's genuinely delicious served warm straight from the pot, but it also thickens beautifully as it chills, making it perfect to keep in the fridge for snacking all week.
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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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