Best 7 Pressure Cooker Cranberry Stuffed Apples Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of pressure cooker cranberry-stuffed apples recipes. Discover a symphony of flavors as tart cranberries, sweet apples, and warm spices come together in perfect harmony. Embrace the ease and convenience of pressure cooking, which transforms these stuffed apples into tender, juicy treats in a fraction of the time. Explore variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and sugar-free options. Each recipe offers step-by-step instructions, ensuring that both novice and experienced cooks can recreate these culinary masterpieces. Embark on a delectable adventure with our pressure cooker cranberry-stuffed apples recipes, and create unforgettable moments around the dinner table.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY STUFFED APPLES



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Cinnamon, nutmeg and walnuts add a homey autumn flavor to these stuffed apples, but the slow cooker does most of the work for me. -Graciela Sandvigen, Rochester, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 4h10m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 medium apples
1/3 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed and chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Core apples, leaving bottoms intact. Peel top third of each apple; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the cranberries, brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into apples. , Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until apples are tender. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER CRANBERRY-WALNUT STUFFED APPLES



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This is the perfect dessert for a crisp autumn day. Be sure to use large baking apples such as Rome or Golden Delicious -they'll have just the right tenderness. Enjoy leftovers for breakfast the next day with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup rolled oats
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
4 large or 6 medium firm baking apples (such as Rome, Golden Delicious or Honey Crisp)
1 cup apple cider
Vanilla ice cream and pure maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the walnuts, cranberries, brown sugar, oats, butter, lemon juice, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl and squeeze together until a wet and sandy mixture is formed.
  • Scoop the core out of each apple with a melon baller, taking care not to scoop completely through to the bottom or the sides. Stuff each apple with some of the cranberry-walnut mixture. Place the apples in the slow cooker insert and pour in the apple cider. Cover and cook on low until the apples are tender but still slightly firm, 3 to 4 hours depending on the size and type of apple. (If your apples are on the smaller size, check after 2 hours; they may cook faster.)
  • Serve each apple whole or cut in half in a bowl with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of maple syrup.

SLOW-COOKED STUFFED APPLES



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This irresistible dessert is slow-cooker easy. Warm and comforting, the tender apples are filled with chewy pecans and yummy caramel topping. -Pam Kaiser, Mansfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large tart apples
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Granola and caramel ice cream topping, optional

Steps:

  • Core apples and peel top third of each; brush peeled portions with lemon juice. Place in a 6-qt. slow cooker. , Combine the pecans, apricots, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place a heaping tablespoonful of mixture in each apple. Pour 2 cups water around apples., Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until apples are tender. Serve with granola and caramel topping if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SAVORY RICE-STUFFED APPLES



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My family has several apple trees, so I am challenged to create new recipes each fall. This side dish is wonderful with pork roast and so effortless due to the use of the slow cooker. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 medium apples
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped carrot
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup unsweetened apple juice
1 tablespoon chili sauce

Steps:

  • Core apples, leaving bottoms intact. In a medium bowl, combine the brown rice and next 8 ingredients; mix well. Fill each apple with about 2 tablespoons filling, packing it well. Place the stuffed apples in a greased 4-quart slow cooker. Pour in the apple juice and chili sauce. Cover and cook on high until the apples are soft, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Spoon liquid over each apple serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PRESSURE-COOKER CRANBERRY APPLE RED CABBAGE



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When I was looking for something new, I started playing with flavors and came up with this very tasty dish. My German grandmother would be impressed, I think! The colorful side dish is just right with pork. -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head red cabbage, coarsely chopped
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sweet vermouth, white wine or unsweetened apple juice, optional
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; transfer to a 8.5-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes. Quick-release any remaining pressure. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE-CRANBERRY GRAINS



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These delicious slow-cooker grains are perfect. I set my slow cooker to start automatically overnight and a hearty breakfast is ready in the morning, making this quick and healthy recipe a favorite in my home. -Sherisse Dawe, Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 4h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh cranberries
1/2 cup wheat berries
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/2 cup oat bran
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 cups water
Milk

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until grains are tender. Serve with milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PRESSURE-COOKER APPLE-CRANBERRY GRAINS



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These assorted pressure-cooker grains are perfect together. A hearty breakfast is ready fast in the morning, making this healthy recipe a favorite in my home. -Sherisse Dawe, Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh cranberries
1/2 cup wheat berries
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/2 cup oat bran
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 cups water
Milk, brown sugar, chopped nuts and apple slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 25 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. Serve with optional ingredients as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, tart apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn are all good choices.
  • Use fresh cranberries: Frozen cranberries can be used in a pinch, but fresh cranberries will give you the best flavor.
  • Don't overstuff the apples: You want the apples to be able to close easily, so don't cram too much stuffing inside.
  • Seal the apples tightly: This will prevent the stuffing from leaking out during cooking.
  • Cook the apples until they are tender: This will take about 15 minutes in a pressure cooker.

Conclusion:

Pressure cooker cranberry stuffed apples are a delicious and easy dessert that can be enjoyed all season long. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both festive and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give this recipe a try.

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