• Peel, core and slice your apples (large chunks will work in the Instant Pot, but smaller chunks would be better for a saucepan).
• Add your apples to the Instant Pot or saucepan with the water and cinnamon sticks (if using).

Instant Pot

• Place the lid on the Instant Pot, making sure the pressure knob is set to seal. Press the pressure cook button and adjust the time to 10 mins.
• When it has finished cooking, let the pressure release naturally.

Saucepan

• Place the lid on the saucepan, cook on a medium heat for 20-30 mins depending on how many apples you have. Stir from time to time and add a little more water if the apples start to stick to the bottom.
• You will know that the apple sauce is ready when the apples break as soon as you stir them

Creating the Texture You Want for Your Homemade Applesauce

• There are three possibilities here:
• Leave your apple sauce as it is after stirring. This provides a chunky applesauce that can be good for desserts such as Apple Crumble or Apple Cobbler.
• Stir vigorously with a whisk. This will give you a textured purée which is my personal favourite.
• Use an immersion blender. If you prefer a completely smooth applesauce, this is the best way to obtain it. Just whizz your applesauce with the immersion blender until all lumps have disappeared. Don't forget to remove the cinnamon stick, if you have used it, before blending!