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11 Desserts You Didn’t Know You Could Make in an Instant Pot

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Think the Instant Pot is just for soups and stews? Think again. These 11 desserts prove it can handle the sweet stuff just as well as dinner.

From fruity cobblers to fluffy mousse each one is easy to make and guaranteed to impress anyone who thought the Instant Pot couldn't do dessert.

Instant Pot Andes Cheesecake Bites

Mint cheesecake bites on a round white platter with a blue and white towel next to it.

These Instant Pot Andes mint cheesecake bites are rich, creamy, and packed with cool mint flavor in every bite. The smooth cheesecake filling and hint of chocolate make them an irresistible treat your friends and family won't be able to get enough of.

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Instant Pot Applesauce Cake

Slice of applesauce cake on a white plate with more of the cake and an instant pot in the background.

Instant Pot applesauce cake is soft, moist, and filled with warm fall flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this easy recipe comes together in minutes and makes a perfectly cozy dessert or afternoon treat.

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Instant Pot Angel Food Cake

Instant Pot Angel Food Cake with mint garnish on a white plate. on a red and white striped cloth.

Instant Pot angel food cake is an impressive dessert that is both easy and fast to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a decadent cake perfect for any occasion.

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Instant Pot Churro Bites

Churro bites in a white square bowl with chocolate sauce next to cinnamon sticks and more churros.

If you love churros, then you're going to love these Instant Pot churro bites. They're quick and easy to make and perfect for a sweet snack or dessert, plus, the little bit of cinnamon sugar on the outside is irresistible. 

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Instant Pot Pound Cake

Slice of pound cake with fresh blueberries and whipped cream on a white plate with more cake and plates in the background.

Instant Pot pound cake is one of the best pound cakes you will ever have; it is moist, dense, and full of flavor. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you are looking for a dessert to bring to a party or potluck, or you just want to make a delicious cake for your family.

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Instant Pot Homemade Funnel Cake

Funnel cake drizzled with chocolate and dusted with powdered sugar on a white plate next to a blue and white checkered cloth.

This sweet, carnival-style treat is perfect for parties or family gatherings. With your Instant Pot, you can whip up crispy, golden funnel cakes right at home using just a few simple ingredients. It's fun to make and even better to eat, especially with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

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Instant Pot Peach Cobbler

White, round plate with a serving of peach cobbler and ice cream with a fork to the side.

Instant Pot peach cobbler is the perfect shortcut to a classic Southern dessert. Juicy peaches and a buttery topping cook together into sweet perfection, all in about 40 minutes. It's an easy, fuss-free way to enjoy homemade comfort without turning on the oven.

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Instant Pot Chocolate Mousse

Instant Pot chocolate mousse with whipped cram and a sliced strawberry on a white doily.

Instant Pot chocolate mousse is silky, rich, and perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving. It might sound fancy, but this recipe makes it surprisingly simple to whip up a decadent dessert in no time.

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Instant Pot Berry Crisp

Three small white bowls filled with berry crisp, each topped with whipped cream on a white background.
Image Credit: Fab Everyday

This Instant Pot berry crisp is a family favorite for good reason. It's quick to make, perfectly sweet, and filled with warm, juicy berries under a buttery, crumbly topping. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an easy dessert everyone will love.

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Instant Pot Brownie Bites 

A plate of round chocolate fudge brownie bites displayed on a white patterned dish.
Image Credit: Sparkles to Sprinkles

Instant Pot brownie bites are one of a kind as it combines simple ingredients you have on hand to create a poppable treat that the whole family loves in less than 20 minutes. 

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Instant Pot Vanilla Cake

A round white frosted cake topped with whole strawberries sits on a white cake stand.
Image Credit: Fork to Spoon

Instant Pot vanilla cake is soft, sweet, and incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll have a light, fluffy cake ready to enjoy in minutes. It's the perfect quick dessert for when you want something homemade without the hassle.

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