Instant Pot® Easy Maple Syrup Applesauce

Make this fall-inspired, homemade cinnamon and maple syrup-flavored applesauce in your Instant Pot® with just a few basic ingredients.

Step: 1

Combine apples, water, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, and nutmeg in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step: 2

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Remove cinnamon stick and season with salt. Blend with an immersion blender to the desired consistency.

Per Serving: 177 calories; protein 0.8g; carbohydrates 46.6g; fat 0.6g; sodium 42.9mg.

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