Instant Pot Baked Apples Recipe - Real Advice Gal (2024)

Ever just get that craving for something sweet late at night but you don’t want to spend the time making something (or eat so many calories late at night)? Me too! Some of you know that I love my Instant pot, mostly for easy weeknight dinners, but as I have recently discovered it’s easy to make super awesome desserts in it too! My little family loves all things apples. Applesauce, apple slices, apple pie, all of it. So naturally I had to try out someInstant Pot Baked Apples!

It’s the easy and fast way to make baked apples, and man-oh-man are they tasty. The best part? It takes 8 minutes to make 6 of them. (Yes, really).

Here how to make my Instant Pot Baked Apples Recipe

You Will Need:

6 Apples (flavor of your choosing! I used Gala apples and they turned out perfect.)
1 Cup Apple Juice (you could also use red wine)
1/2 Cup Sugar
2 tbsp Cinnamon

Directions for Instant pot Baked Apples:

First,Wash and core your apples.

Next,Place up to 6 apples in your instant pot. Pour your juice over them.

Then,Sprinkle your sugar and cinnamon over your apples.

Next,Lock your lid in place and cook for 8 minutes. Once done cooking you can either release the pressure manually or let it come down naturally.

Finally,Serve hot in bowls with some of your cooking liquid. I like to serve mine with whipped cream or ice cream.

That’s it! Just a few simple steps and about 10 minutes of your time and you have an awesome dessert for everyone. Enjoy!

Instapot Baked Apples Recipe

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

6 Apples
1 Cup Apple Juice
1/2 Cup Sugar
2 tbsp Cinnamon

Instructions

First, Wash and core your apples.
Next, Place up to 6 apples in your instapot. Pour your juice over them.
Then, Sprinkle your sugar and cinnamon over your apples.
Next, Lock your lid in place and cook for 8 minutes. Once done cooking you can either release the pressure manually or let it come down naturally.
Finally, Serve hot in bowls with some of your cooking liquid. I like to serve mine with whipped cream or ice cream.

15 Toppings for Baked Apples

Here are some delicious toppings you can add to instant pot baked apples:

1. Ice cream

Serve the warm pressure cooker baked apples with a scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream for a delicious contrast of temperatures.

2. Chopped nuts

Add a crunchy texture by sprinkling chopped nuts such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans over the baked apples.

3. Granola

Top the baked apples with a spoonful of your favorite granola for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.

4. Honey or maple syrup

Drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the baked apples to add sweetness and moisture.

5. Yogurt or whipped cream

Serve the pressure cooker baked apples with a dollop of plain yogurt or whipped cream for a creamy and indulgent touch.

6. Raisins or dried cranberries

Sprinkle some raisins or dried cranberries over the baked apples to add a burst of sweetness and chewiness.

7. Shredded coconut

Sprinkle some shredded coconut over the apples for a tropical twist and added texture.

8. Chocolate chips

For a decadent treat, sprinkle some chocolate chips over the baked apples and let them melt slightly.

9. Graham cracker crumbs

Crush some graham crackers and sprinkle the crumbs over the baked apples for a delightful pie-like topping.

10. Caramel sauce

Drizzle a generous amount of caramel sauce over the baked apples for a rich and gooey topping.

11. Cinnamon sugar

Sprinkle a mixture of ground cinnamon and sugar over the baked apples for a classic and fragrant topping.

12. Chopped dried fruit

Add a variety of chopped dried fruit such as apricots, dates, or figs to the baked apples for additional sweetness and texture.

13. Nut butter

Drizzle a spoonful of your favorite nut butter, such as almond butter or peanut butter, over the baked apples for a creamy and nutty touch. You can also use cookie butter