Instant Pot Carrots

I admit I find it hard to get my vegetables sometimes. It’s not that I don’t like them- I just forget to add them to our menu each week.

Sometimes it is easier to just get the main dish put together and call it good.

But that being said- I am trying to do better about having more well-rounded meals for my family. And I recently made these glazed carrots using my instant pot and it has been a game-changer!

First of all, I love my instant pot for many reasons- but mostly because it makes things so much faster and easier.

I don’t really have an excuse to forget about the veggies anymore.

And to be honest- since making this instant pot carrots recipe- I am going to find more excuses to make them because they are that good!

Ingredients

• 16 ounces baby carrots
• 1/4 cup salted butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon Thyme

Instructions

1. Pour 1 cup of water in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
2. Place steamer basket in the Instant Pot.
3. Place carrots in the basket and add other ingredients.
4. Place lid on top of the Instant pot and set to sealing.
5. Set for manual high pressure for between 3 and 5 minutes depending on how soft you want the carrots.
6. When the timer goes over, quick pressure release all the pressure.
7. Set Instant Pot to saute and let the sauce thicken a little bit (it won’t get very thick)
8. Remove carrots and drizzle with the desired amount of sauce.

What Can I Serve With This?

Because this is a vegetable you can pretty much serve it along with any entree.

They are a little sweeter so I would consider that when planning your menu.

Our family enjoys these at every holiday dinner- Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas so it does pair well with your classic holiday menus.

Here are a few of our favorite recipes that are tried and true to accompany this yummy dish.

• Easy Ham and Potato, and Cheese Roll-Ups
• Instant Pot Turkey and Gravy
• Beef Stroganoff
• Bacon and Chive Deviled Eggs
• The BEST Cornish Hen

Substitutions

While this recipe is for an instant pot you can make them on the stovetop as well.

Just place the ingredients in a pot or skillet and on medium-high heat and cook until the carrots are tender.

You could also use regular butter in place of salted.

If you prefer to not use baby carrots you can buy large ones and cut them into small pieces.

How do you reheat the carrots?

Simply add them to microwave-safe dish or a pan. Add a little bit of butter and slowly warm, stirring often.

Can you double this recipe?

Yes, you can.

Can I freeze glazed carrots?

Sadly, you really can’t. They will turn to mush when you reheat them.

How do I cut carrots?

If the carrots are thick, cut them in half lengthwise; if not, leave whole. Slice the carrots diagonally in 1 1/2-inch-thick slices.

Can I make these Vegan?

You can make them vegan by using vegan butter

Sweet Instant Pot Carrots

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

These carrots in an instant pot are going to turn into your favorite way to eat glazed carrots! They are tender and sweet and so simple to make!

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Ingredients

• 16 ounces baby carrots
• 1/4 cup salted butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon Thyme

Instructions

1. Pour 1 cup of water in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
2. Place steamer basket in the Instant Pot.
3. Place carrots in the basket and add other ingredients.
4. Place lid on top of the Instant pot and set to sealing.
5. Set for manual high pressure for between 3 and 5 minutes depending on how soft you want the carrots.
6. When the timer goes over, quick pressure release all the pressure.
7. Set Instant Pot to saute and let the sauce thicken a little bit (it won’t get very thick)
8. Remove carrots and drizzle with the desired amount of sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 93Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 224mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 0g

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Simple Apple Butter Recipe for Instant Pot

Instant Pot Apple Butter Recipe- If you are looking for an easy Instant Pot apple butter recipe, look no further!

This recipe is simple to follow and results in a delicious spreadable apple butter. Enjoy this sweet treat on toast, waffles, pancakes, or straight from the spoon!

Fall is fast approaching and this apple butter recipe is a must-have! This Instant Pot recipe is easy to follow and makes delicious apple butter that will serve as a tasty addition to any meal or treat.

The best part about this recipe is how easy it is. It requires gathering the ingredients and throwing them all into the instant pot. It does the dirty work for—leaving you with creamy apple butter that can be added to any grain, pastry, or dessert!

Ingredients

• 5 lbs apples, peeled, cored and sliced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla

Supplies

• Instant Pot
• Immersion Blender

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
2. Cook on manual high pressure for 12 minutes.
3. Let pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick pressure release the rest.
4. Once pressure has released, mash together the mixture until most of the chunks are gone.
5. Put on low saute for about thirty minutes, stirring every few minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, use an immersion blender to blender until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, go to the next step.
7. Let it reduce on low saute for another 45 minutes to an hour until it thickens and looks less like apple sauce.
8. Use the immersion blender one last time to get rid of any lingering chunks.
9. If you didn’t do the immersion blender step, wait for the sauce to cool and blend until smooth.

How To Make Apple Butter with an Instant Pot

Apples and a few common ingredients are all it takes to bring this all together. Apple Butter is a fun summer or fall preservative. If you haven’t made apple butter yet this year, this fall is the perfect time!

can you freeze apple butter?

Yes! Apple Butter is can be frozen (mason jars or ziplock baggies both work great). If sealed properly, you can store it for several months up to a year, then whip it out when you need it.

what pairs well with apple butter?

Aside from biscuits and toast, apple butter adds a delicious zing to many dishes. Try mixing it into cake mix, adding it to pancakes, or making apple butter cookies.

can apple butter be left out?

While apple butter’s sugar content does allow it be left out for a bit, it’s safest to refrigerate (and tastier that way!). Apple butter has a good shelf life in the cooler and will be good for at least a month.

Instant Pot Apple Butter Recipe

Yield: 5 cups

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

Apple butter is a delicious recipe that you can make that the whole family will enjoy. This Instant Pot Apple Butter recipe is sure to be a huge hit – it’s so easy to make and has amazing flavor!

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Ingredients

• 5 lbs apples, peeled, cored and sliced
• • 1/2 cup water
• • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• • 3/4 cup brown sugar
• • 1/4 cup white sugar
• • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• • 1/4 tsp salt
• • 1 tablespoon Vanilla

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
2. Cook on manual high pressure for 12 minutes.
3. Let pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick pressure release the rest.
4. Once pressure has released, mash together the mixture until most of the chunks are gone.
5. Put on low saute for about thirty minutes, stirring every few minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, use an immersion blender to blender until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, go to the next step.
7. Let it reduce on low saute for another 45 minutes to an hour until it thickens and looks less like apple sauce.
8. Use the immersion blender one last time to get rid of any lingering chunks.
9. If you didn't do the immersion blender step, wait for the sauce to cool and blend until smooth.

Why should I use an Instant Pot?

Instant Pots are perfect for recipes that take a long time because it takes just a fraction of the time compared to traditional means. Instant Pots are also helpful for cleaning! You only need to use one pot for all of your cooking needs, so only one pot gets dirty! It’s such a time saver, so you can do other important things around the house.

Can I leave the apple skins on?

You can keep the skins of the apple on if you’d like. The Instant Pot can soften the skins so the immersion blender can blend that up as well. It’s up to you.

Instant Pot Apple Butter

Yield: 12 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

I'm always on the lookout for new and interesting ways to use my Instant Pot, and this recipe for apple butter is a real winner! It's so easy to make and the end result is delicious. Apple butter is perfect on toast or biscuits, or you can even use it in recipes like apple pie. Give it a try - you won't be disappointed!

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Ingredients

• 5 lbs apples, peeled, cored and sliced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
2. Cook on manual high pressure for 12 minutes.
3. Let pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick pressure release the rest.
4. Once pressure has released, mash together the mixture until most of the chunks are gone.
5. Put on low saute for about thirty minutes, stirring every few minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, use an immersion blender to blender until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, go to the next step.
7. Let it reduce on low saute for another 45 minutes to an hour until it thickens and looks less like apple sauce.
8. Use the immersion blender one last time to get rid of any lingering chunks.
9. If you didn’t do the immersion blender step, wait for the sauce to cool and blend until smooth.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 164Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 55mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 5gSugar: 35gProtein: 1g

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• What to Make in an Instant Pot
• Instant Pot Chocolate Banana Cake
• Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole

Now that you know how to make this delicious apple butter in your Instant Pot, will you give it a try? It’s so easy and the results are amazing! Let us know how it turns out for you or if you have any questions. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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