Legume Free Instant Pot Applesauce
Warm, cinnamon-scented applesauce made from scratch is one of those simple pleasures that store-bought versions never quite capture. This recipe keeps things beautifully clean — just apples, a splash of juice, lemon, and spice — so there's nothing hiding in the ingredient list that could cause a problem for anyone avoiding legumes. The Instant Pot does the heavy lifting, bringing everything to tender, saucy perfection under pressure in just minutes. You get to choose your own texture, whether that's a rustic, chunky mash or a silky smooth purée blended right in the pot. A pinch of nutmeg and a little brown sugar are optional finishing touches that take it from everyday to genuinely special. It's equally good spooned warm over oatmeal, served alongside a pork chop, or eaten straight from the jar with a spoon — no judgment here.
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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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