If you love homemade apple desserts, this Gluten Free Instant Pot Apple Cake is an easy treat to make any time of year. This moist and delicious apple cake is made in the Instant Pot, making it a simple way to enjoy a homemade dessert without turning on the oven.

With tender apples throughout and plenty of comforting apple flavour, this gluten-free cake is perfect for dessert, an afternoon treat, or serving with a cup of coffee or tea.

Whether you are looking for an easy Instant Pot dessert or a delicious gluten-free apple cake, this recipe is sure to become a family favourite.

Serve it plain or drizzle it with caramel sundae topping before serving it to your guests!

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The fist step to making Instant Pot Apple Cake is to peel, slice and cut apples into small chunks.

I dumped the apples into a small mixing bowl.  I added cinnamon and granulated sugar and stirred well to blend.

Once the apples are ready you can begin to prepare the cake batter.

Pour vegetable oil, sugar, maple syrup, vanilla and some almond milk into a mixing bowl.  I added 2 large egg yolks as well and reserved the whites in a small bowl.

I stirred the wet ingredients together until they were well blended.

 

Now I added the dry ingredients into the same bowl.  The Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1 to 1 Flour Blend, baking powder, meringue powder, xanthan gum, and salt.

This will make a fairly stiff batter.

Using an electric mixer I then beat the egg whites until stiff peaks formed.  This helps produce a lighter cake.

Add the beaten egg whites to the batter by folding them in with a rubber spatula until they are well mixed.

The batter will still be thick because when cooked it will be more like a coffee cake texture.

I have a round spring form pan that fits into my Instant Pot.  I sprayed this pan with baking spray before adding in half of the above batter.

On top of this batter I spread half of the apples that had been set aside.

Now I covered the apples with the remaining batter and finished with a layer of apples.

I wrapped the cake pan with tin foil to protect it from the moisture in the Instant Pot.

Before baking the cake I poured one cup of water into the Instant Pot and then placed the trivet inside.

I then carefully lowered the cake onto the trivet.

I placed the lid on the Instant Pot, turned the steam release handle to the sealing position and set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook High for 40 minutes.

After the caked was cooked I allowed it to do a Natural Release for 6 minutes.

After 6 minutes I turned the steam release handle to the venting position to finish with a Quick Release.

I used the handles of the trivet to lift the cake pan out of the Pot and carefully removed the tin foil.

I allowed the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before removing the sides of the pan.

This Gluten Free Instant Pot Apple Cake is a delicious way to enjoy the classic flavours of homemade apple cake with the convenience of the Instant Pot.

It makes a wonderful dessert for family dinners, holidays, or whenever you have apples ready to use.

If you are looking for an easy gluten-free apple dessert that is moist, flavourful, and simple to prepare, be sure to give this Instant Pot Apple Cake a try! 

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Ingredients You'll Need to Make this Instant Pot Apple Cake:

• 3 cups apples
• 2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ¼ cup almond milk
• 2 large eggs separated
• 2 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cup Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1 to 1 Flour Blend
• ½ tablespoon meringue powder
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
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• 1 cup water

How to Make Instant Pot Apple Cake:

1. Grease a 7 inch cake pan. I use a spring form pan that came in my Instant Pot set.
2. Peel, core and cut the apples into small pieces.
3. Toss the apples with the cinnamon and the 2 tablespoon granulated sugar.
4. In a large mixing bowl whisk together the oil, sugar, almond milk, maple syrup egg yolks and vanilla extract.
5. Add the flour, meringue power, xanthan gum, baking powder and salt and mix until well blended. The batter will be stiff.
6. Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
7. Fold the meringue into the batter. The batter will still be thick.
8. Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan.
9. Spread half of the apples on top of the batter.
10. Spread the last of the batter on top of the apples.
11. Pour the remaining apples on to the top of the cake using a rubber spatulat to help get all the juice.
12. Cover the cake pan with tin foil.
13. Pour the cup of water into the Instant Pot.
14. Lower the trivet into the Pot and then place the cake pan on top of it.
15. Place the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the steam release handle to the sealing position and set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook High for 40 minutes.
16. When the cake is done cooking do a Natural Release for 6 minutes.
17. After 6 minutes turn the steam release handle to the venting position to finish with a Quick Release
18. Remove the cake from the Pot and carefully remove the tin foil. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing the sides of the spring form pan.
19. Serve warm with ice cream or caramel sauce.

FAQs:

What kind of apples are best for apple cake?

A variety of apples can work well in apple cake. Apples that hold their shape when cooked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala, are good choices. You can also use a combination of sweet and tart apples.

Do I need to peel the apples for Instant Pot apple cake?

Peeling the apples is recommended for the best texture, but you can leave the peel on if you prefer. If you leave the peel on, wash the apples well before chopping them.

Can I use different types of apples in this cake?

Absolutely. Using a combination of apples can give the cake a nice balance of sweet and tart flavors. Just cut the apples into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.

Why make apple cake in the Instant Pot?

Making apple cake in the Instant Pot keeps the cake moist and eliminates the need to heat up the oven. It is especially convenient when you want a homemade dessert without traditional baking.

Can I make this gluten-free apple cake ahead of time?

Yes. Instant Pot Apple Cake can be made ahead of time and stored until you are ready to serve it. Allow the cake to cool completely before storing it.

How should I store Instant Pot Apple Cake?

Store leftover apple cake in an airtight container. Depending on the ingredients used and your recipe's storage requirements, it can be kept at room temperature for short-term storage or refrigerated for longer freshness.

Can I freeze gluten-free apple cake?

Yes, gluten-free apple cake can generally be frozen. Allow the cake to cool completely, wrap it well, and place it in a freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

What can I serve with Instant Pot Apple Cake?

Instant Pot Apple Cake is delicious served on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. A cup of coffee or tea also makes a wonderful pairing.

Is Instant Pot Apple Cake good for fall?

Absolutely! Apples and warm spices make this an especially delicious fall dessert. However, because apples are available year-round, this gluten-free apple cake can be enjoyed any time of year.