Why We Love Spiced Apples
Regardless of what the official calendar states, in my mind, September 1st marks the beginning of fall. No matter how warm it is outside, or how tightly the green leaves cling to the trees… That is when I will pull out my cozy autumn recipes with unabashed joy. I will cheerfully shine up my slow cooker, pressure cooker, and heavy iron cookware as I contemplate hearty stews, braised meats, pumpkin desserts, and apple recipes. First, on the agenda this year are apple recipes. Although apple cakes, pies, and breads are always family favorites, I like to start with a simple apple recipe that can be served as both a sweet or savory dish… Spiced Apples. This year I’ve been making them in the spiced cinnamon apples in the pressure cooker with amazing results! Although cinnamon-spiced apples can be made on the stovetop, baked in the oven, or slow cooked, the pressure cooker method is a great option, because it is so fast and hands-free. Plus, pressure-cooking the apples creates a decadent silky texture. They taste like apple pie, but without all of the effort! Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you have the perfect dessert!
About Pressure Cookers
The beauty of pressure cookers is how they can reduce the cooking time of anything you cook in them! Once you prep everything for these pressure cooker spiced apples, they can cook for just 1 minute in the pressure cooker. You can use any pressure cooker to make spiced cinnamon apples! Many people have an Instant Pot, which is great to use. If you need a more budget-friendly option, I tested out the Ambiano Digital Pressure Cooker, and found it is a fantastic kitchen tool and budget-friendly! There are also pressure cookers that go right on the stove! They are a great budget-friendly option as well.
Ingredients You Need
Granny Smith Apples – perfect for cooking in the pressure cooker Nature’s Nectar Apple Cider – sparkling or still SimplyNature Organic Brown Sugar – or any brown sugar you have on hand Countryside Creamery Unsalted Butter – unsalted butter is best, or cut back on the addition of salt if you use salted butter SimplyNature Organic Ground Cinnamon – for that perfect spice flavor Stonemill Vanilla Extract – for added flavor Salt
How to Make Cinnamon Apples
Making spiced apples for pork chops or as a dessert topper could not be easier when using a pressure cooker. Here are the simple steps to follow: In almost no time, you will have luxuriously soft cinnamon apples that make the perfect southern side dish.
What Kind of Apples Make the Best Instant Pot Spiced Apples?
The type of apple you select for any recipe is always the first thing to consider. When baking or cooking apples you want to pick a variety that is extremely firm and will hold its shape under heat. All apples break down a little once cooked. However, some apples will turn to mush when cooked. I like to use firm Granny Smith Apples for this cinnamon apples recipe, because they will come out perfectly tender. However, McIntosh and Honeycrisp apples are also good choices for pressure cooker apples. I would steer clear of Golden or Red Delicious apples, since these will break down more.
Serving Suggestions
Instant pot spiced apples are incredibly versatile and can be paired with so many different things! They can add flavor to breakfast and desserts or even pair them with savory meal options. Try pairing them with some of my favorites:
Pancakes French Toast Slow Cooker Oatmeal Granola Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Pork Chops and Mashed Potatoes
Looking for More Pressure Cooker Recipes? Be Sure to Try:
Sweet Soy Chicken Thighs Perfect Carnitas Corned Beef and Cabbage Stew Butter Chicken Curry Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Instant Pot Italian Beef Best Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Chicken Tinga Tacos (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
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