An EASY recipe to make cinnamon apples in the Instant Pot. Three ingredients and just 10 minutes to cook!
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I was not originally planning on sharing this recipe tonight. Nope. My plan had been to share a list of awesome audiobooks for Christmas. But that post is now getting bumped another day.
Tonight, while reheating leftovers for dinner, I recorded a short and sweet Facebook Live video showing how to make cinnamon apples in the Instant Pot. And seeing everyone’s enthusiastic response to this simple dessert (or side dish– I would totally serve this next to macaroni and cheese or Brussel sprouts), I wanted to write up a quick recipe for you to pin and print (if that’s your thing).
(Clueless what an Instant Pot is? Check out this video about why it should be in your kitchen, and this post on the top 15 must-have recipes for Instant Pot owners).
I LOVE dessert. I love whole ingredients. I love quick and easy. And I especially love when all of those things come together in the perfect harmony of delicious sweet treats that do not keep me on my feet long after dinner when the couch is calling my name.
Well, actually, at this time of day it is more likely a small child is calling my name, drowning out the call of the couch until they are finally coerced to go to sleep.
The entire video I recored was only 4 minutes if that tells you anything. (What it should tell you is that the prep for these cinnamon apples in the Instant Pot only took about 3 minutes). From start to finish, the apples took 10 minutes to cook.
So.Easy.
Dessert anyone? Or breakfast. That works too.
Instant Pot Cinnamon Apples
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Instant Pot Cinnamon Apples
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes under pressure
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: dessert
Description
An EASY recipe to make cinnamon apples in the Instant Pot. Three ingredients and just 10 minutes to cook!
Ingredients
3 apples (we like gala)
1 heaping tsp cinnamon
1 heaping tsp maple syrup
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and slice the apples. (I use this tool that does it all at once!).
2. Combine apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup in the Instant Pot. Pour in 1/4 cup water. Stir quickly to coat the apples.
3. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes. Quick release. Serve immediately or remove lid and keep warm until you’re ready (up to an hour).
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Thanks for sharing this marvelous post. I m very pleased to read this article. Damn! It’s looks so delicious and yummy.
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Thank you! I have an 8 qt Instant Pot and was concerned about the small amount of liquid in this recipe but glad to report I had no problems whatsoever. I used gala apples and followed recipe instructions but added 1/2 tsp each of nutmeg and allspice. The Cinnamon apples turned out absolutely delicious! I love the them so much that I will use this recipe to steam a large batch of apples and will freeze in individual portions.
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Trying these with the kids over Thanksgiving for sure.
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Great article. This article is well written and I agree with everything you said. You just took apple crisp to a whole new level…I LOVE it! This looks amazing. I just want to dive right into this for breakfast. Peanut butter is the perfect addition and you really nailed this! I always think about eating crisps for breakfast when I have them in the house! This looks fantastic! Love the peanut butter!
Haven’t tried yet, but was wondering if the apples could be used as a pie filling after cooking in the IP? They sound so good!!
Definitely!
Received more than a dozen pippins and wanted to cook them
Saw your recipe and with a couple substitutions, cooked some cinnamon apples. ( I used date surup, and just put all ingredients in the IP without stirring before beforehand.
I pulled apples off my tree. I don’t even know what kind they are. I made the recipe for a healthy dessert. So good making a larger batch . Thank you for sharing.
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Will Pink Lady apples (also known as Cripps pink) cook well or will I get apple sauce?
If they are crisp apples, they will work. 🙂
simple good not a lot of sugar great!!!!
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We’ll, it tasted great. . But I followed the recipe exactly with my true Instant Pot and got applesauce. Delicious applesauce, but still applesauce.
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What kind of apples did you use? That can make a difference. I’m sorry it did not turn out as you expected.
I’m trying to reply to your question (Lisa) but am unable. I used Granny Smith. Maybe they have more liquid?
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When using a softer apples I just cook on 0 minutes that way I don’t get applesauce
Hi, I would like to use a dozen apples, do I triple the recipe except for the water?
I would increase the water to 1/2 cup because it will take longer to come to pressure. Otherwise, yes, just triple the ingredients. 🙂
Simply delicious! I used honey instead of maple syrup. I also added ginger spice. Tasted just as delish cold the next day. Thank you for such a great recipe!
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Hi I just found you blog looking for an Instant Pot Mini recipe to use us some apples. My husband and I are getting started with the mini for our RV life. Do you think a mini recipe would use these same measurements particularly the water?
Also do you or any of your readers know where I might find recipes especially for the MINI? I’d appreciate any recommendations. We have one cookbook of them.
Thanks in advance!
I had trouble finding recipes for my new mini. Got cookbook “ Cooking with your instant pot mini” and have found some great recipes for starters.
Recipe says add water, video does not ? I made it with water, wouldn’t do that again, way too mushy.
Used 3 tablespoons water in bottom of pot for steam. Ran out of water and apples were raw. Hate the instant pot. Most recipes flop like this one.
Carole, did your Instant Pot come to pressure? If you used the amount of water and syrup in the recipe, there should have been enough liquid to come to pressure. If your water was gone and your apples didn’t cook, my best guess is that the seal was not in all the way or something was preventing the pot from pressuerizing so the water was used up.
I’m sorry you had trouble with it. I’m happy to help troubleshoot recipes/problems if you want to message me. I use my Instant Pot daily and just finished writing a cookbook, so I am pretty familiar with it. I’m happy to help.
whoa! I have actually never had any recipe fail–not from this site or from the cookbook that came with the pot…. sorry you hate your pot–do you have a ‘knock-off’ or the real thing? because that might make a huge difference…. Barbara
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mmmmmm, great over vanilla ice cream!!!!!!
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Tried this and it was so easy and absolutely delicious! Just wondering if you have ever doubled it. Thanks for sharing, love your blog and especially your FB videos:)
Yes, definitely. You can double the ingredients, do not change the cooking time. 🙂
Mine is an 8 at Ultra
The manual says to always use 2 cups of water to pressurize.
Your recipe only calls for 3tblspoons of water.
I think my IP will give the “Burn” message.
If the thing you are cooking already has water in it, that can offset some of that 2 cups. I also have an 8 qt. I would just always make sure there’s an inch or so of water coverage i over the bottom of the pot after all your solids are in there.
Exactly what I was looking for. Quick, easy, and came out perfectly. Sure to become a new staple in our home! Thank you so much for sharing!
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I just made these and added raisins / dried cranberries / chopped pecans … tbsp of pancake syrup .. no maple syrup in cupboard … it turned out DELICIOUS!!!
I did add the 3tbsp of water …when done .. I added lite whipped cream .. nice desert!
Does the recipe need to be altered in any way of using an 8 qt Instant Pot?
I would increase the liquid slightly. I do not have an 8qt, but have read that a little more liquid is often needed to bring it to pressure.
What about sugar and water in lieu of maple syrup? I just want to make them now and don’t have any on hand. Sounds delicious!
Nice recipe thanks for sharing
I used crisp/tart red apples (Autumn Crisp) and doubled the recipe, but kept the same amount of water as in the original. They turned out perfectly!
my apple tree is bursting, can i freeze these?
I used green Granny Smith apples and they came out mush at 2 minutes! I will try 1 minute next time. I spiral cut mine the same as yours.
I had to add about a tablespoon of water as they never came up to pressure. But after that, it was delicious!
Thanks, Lisa. I made these tonight using 3 1/2 apples and the main complaint was I didn’t make enough!
These sound delicious! I’m new to the IP so maybe you can explain how these come to pressure without liquid? Do the apples create it? Thanks1
The liquid from the apples and the maple syrup is enough since it cooks for such a short amount of time.
Hi below the recipe it says add 3 tbsps of water.
Thanks for sharing! They were delicious!
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What a delicious recipe! I did add Craisins. I also used brown sugar instead of maple syrup. After I dished it up, I topped it with pecans and whipped cream. Thank you! A definite make again!
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