Best 2 Applesauce 2 Qt Pressure Cooker Recipes

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Welcome to the world of effortless and delicious applesauce preparation with your pressure cooker! Applesauce is a versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on its own, used as a spread, or incorporated into various dishes, adding a delightful sweetness and tang. With the help of your pressure cooker, creating homemade applesauce becomes a quick and mess-free task. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of making applesauce in your pressure cooker, highlighting the benefits of this method and providing step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results every time.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE-COOKER CINNAMON APPLESAUCE



Pressure-Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce image

Homemade applesauce is a breeze in an electric pressure cooker. A few minutes of prep and a short cook time put this treat on the table very quickly! -Ally Billhorn, Wilton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds apples (about 15 medium), peeled and chopped
1 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 5 minutes. Let pressure release naturally., Mash apples with a potato masher or use an immersion blender until blended. Serve warm or store in airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

PRESSURE-COOKER HOMEMADE CHUNKY APPLESAUCE



Pressure-Cooker Homemade Chunky Applesauce image

This applesauce is so easy. My family loves the things I make from scratch, and it's good knowing exactly what I'm putting in it! -Marilee Cardinal, Burlington, NJ

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 medium McIntosh, Empire or other apples (about 3 pounds)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Peel, core and cut each apple into 8 wedges. Cut each wedge crosswise in half; place in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add remaining ingredients., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Let pressure release naturally. Mash apples with a potato masher or use an immersion blender until sauce is desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For a smoother applesauce, peel and core the apples before cooking.
  • Add a little bit of sugar or honey to taste, if desired.
  • For a more spiced applesauce, add a cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon to the cooking liquid.
  • If you like chunky applesauce, mash the apples with a potato masher after cooking.
  • Applesauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Applesauce is a delicious and versatile food that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples. With a pressure cooker, you can make applesauce in just a few minutes. So next time you have a craving for applesauce, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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