Oats 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 Instant Pot method transforms fresh apple chunks into a silky, fragrant sauce in just minutes of actual hands-on time, making it feel almost effortless. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly wholesome — just apples, a splash of juice, lemon, and warm spices — so there's no label-reading stress or hidden grain-based thickeners to worry about. That matters more than people realize, since some commercial applesauces and flavored varieties can sneak in unexpected additives. You get to control the texture too, going chunky with a potato masher or perfectly smooth with an immersion blender depending on your mood. A pinch of nutmeg and a little brown sugar round out the flavor beautifully, though the apples bring plenty of natural sweetness on their own. It's equally good spooned warm over pork, stirred into yogurt, or eaten straight from the jar cold out of the fridge.
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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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