Paraben Free Instant Pot Applesauce
Warm, cinnamon-scented applesauce made from scratch is one of those simple pleasures that store-bought versions never quite capture — and this Instant Pot method makes it almost effortless. Many commercial applesauces contain preservatives, stabilizers, and additives that can be a real concern for anyone keeping their pantry clean and ingredient lists short. This recipe keeps things beautifully straightforward: just fresh apples, a splash of lemon juice, warm spices, and a little sweetener if you want it. The pressure cooker does the heavy lifting in just a few minutes, breaking the fruit down into something silky and deeply flavorful without any shortcuts you'd regret. You get to choose your texture too — leave it rustic and chunky with a potato masher, or go smooth with an immersion blender right in the pot. It's the kind of recipe that works as a side dish, a topping for oatmeal or pancakes, or honestly just eaten straight from the jar with a spoon.
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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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