Step 1

Wash and cut the apples into quarters. Remove the seeds.

Step 2

Place the cored apples in the inner pot of your Instant Pot.

Step 3

Add water and lemon juice.

Step 4

Cover and make sure the valve is set to sealing.

Step 5

Set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook/Manual for 5 minutes on high. (NOTE: It took about 10 minutes for my IP to come to pressure.)

Step 6

Let the pressure naturally release, which means just let the IP sit until the pin drops, about 25 minutes.

Step 7

Turn the valve to venting, and carefully open the lid.

Step 8

Remove the apple skins before blending everything in a blender, or using an immersion blender, until smooth.

Step 9

Stir in cinnamon or other sweetener, if desired.