Strawberry Beet Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe
This Strawberry Beet Instant Pot Applesauce is a vibrant and nutritious homemade sauce that combines the natural sweetness of apples and strawberries with the earthiness of beets. Cooked quickly under pressure and blended to a smooth consistency, this applesauce is perfect as a snack, side dish, or dessert. It’s easy to prepare and offers a boost of fiber and vitamins in every serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes (8 minutes pressure cook + approx 10 minutes to reach pressure)
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings (1/2 cup per serving) 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables
- 6 apples, cored and roughly chopped (skins on for extra fiber, optional to peel)
- 1 medium red beet (about 5 ounces, washed, peeled, and roughly chopped)
- 16 ounces fresh strawberries (about 4 cups whole; frozen can be used as well)
Seasoning and Liquids
- 1½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the chopped apples, peeled and chopped beet, strawberries, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and water into your Instant Pot.
- Seal the Instant Pot: Secure the lid onto the Instant Pot and lock it into place. Ensure the valve on the top is set to the sealing position.
- Cook Under Pressure: Set the Instant Pot to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. Note that it will take about 10 minutes for the Instant Pot to come up to pressure before the cooking time begins.
- Release Pressure: When the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure by carefully moving the valve to venting.
- Blend the Sauce: Remove the lid carefully. Using an immersion blender, puree the cooked mixture to your desired smoothness. Alternatively, allow the mixture to cool slightly and blend in a regular blender.
- Cool and Store: The sauce may be thin when warm but will thicken as it cools. Enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Leaving the apple skins on increases fiber content but peeling is optional based on texture preference.
- Frozen strawberries can be used instead of fresh; no need to thaw before cooking.
- The sauce thickens as it cools; if too thick after cooling, stir in a small amount of water to adjust consistency.
- For a sweeter sauce, consider adding a natural sweetener such as honey or maple syrup after blending, adjusting to taste.
- Ensure the Instant Pot valve is on sealing before cooking to build pressure correctly.
- Use an immersion blender for easy blending right in the pot; a regular blender works fine but requires transfer and extra cleanup.
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