Many people think about using their Instant Pot Pressure Cookers to make classic comfort dishes, such as chili or soup. The truth is that the Instant Pot can also be used to create fantastic desserts.
We have compiled a collection of 20+ delicious, sweet-tooth satisfying desserts, all made using the Instant Pot. Some of our favorite desserts, such as a tempting cheese cakes, brownies, carrot cake and bread puddings are all here.
We have also added a few new favorites, including and Indian dessert called Bhapa Doi, which is similar to a cheesecake but lighter. You will also find some vegan, gluten and dairy-free Instant Pot Dessert recipes in the collection.
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Instant Pot Chocolate Cake
This one bowl Chocolate Cake is perfect for small celebrations or anytime you don’t feel like turning on the oven! An Instant Pot dessert that is chocolatey, fudgy and moist. – Samantha Dawn
Instant Pot Flan Napolitano
Flan Napolitano is a rich Egg Custard Flan made with cream cheese for added flavor and texture drenched in a dark caramel sauce.
Cheesecake Filled Chocolate Cake
Cheesecake Filled Chocolate Cake is Primal and Gluten-free, fast to make and SUPER moist and delicious! – Megan Stevens
Instant Pot Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This moist Carrot Cake is made with whole wheat flour and sour cream, and topped with cream cheese frosting spiked with orange zest.
Instant Pot Gluten Free Pumpkin Cheesecake
Instant Pot recipe for gluten free Pumpkin Cheesecake made with Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese and enhanced with butterscotch ganache to bring out the maximum Oomph….! – Rupali Agarwal
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread Pudding
Rich, creamy and so satisfying, this easy Blueberry Cream Cheese Bread Pudding will become your new favorite dessert. Cubed croissants tossed with lemony custard, blueberries, cream cheese and a handful of other ingredients, this decadent dessert can be made in an Air Fryer, Instant Pot or oven. – Aneesha Gupta
Mango Cheesecake
If you love mangoes and cheesecake, this gluten-free Instant Pot Mango Cheesecake will blow your mind! Sweet mango blended with a custard-like cream cheese filling and baked in a crushed pistachio & cardamom crust. – Aneesha Gupta
Instant Pot Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
Decadent double chocolate cake topped with chocolate cream cheese frosting. This cake is steamed in an Instant Pot, which allows for even cooking and a perfectly light moist cake.
Creamy Instant Pot Rice Pudding
Super creamy 4-ingredient Instant Pot Rice Pudding topped with sweet caramel sauce. This fail-proof recipe guarantees that dreamy creamy texture and an amazing taste! – Diana Sh
Instant Pot Betty Crocker Apple Crisp
Apple Crisp is a timeless classic dessert that brings you the Best flavors of spices, oats and cooked apples. Using Granny Smith apples you can even get a nice amount of tartness in every bite. – Rebecca Johnston
Instant Pot Animal Cookie Cheesecake Bites
Instant Pot Animal Cookie Cheesecake Bites are adorable, delicious and the perfect bite of cheesecake. These miniature cheesecakes are the ultimate party food and perfect for a birthday party! – Kathy Headrick Hodson
Bhapa Doi
Mishti doi (or Bhapa doi) is a fabulous 5-ingredient Indian dessert resembling cheesecake. Made with Greek yogurt and a strawberry topping, it is super creamy and healthier than regular cheesecake! – Saima Zaidi
Instant Pot Rice Pudding – Healthy & Vegan
Instant Pot rice pudding is a delightfully fuss-free dessert made with simple ingredients found in most pantries. Perfect for all those busy moms out there! Plus, this one is healthier than you momma’s rice pudding! No sugar, no dairy, no eggs! – Ulrike Ueberacker
Instant Pot Bread Pudding
Make this Instant Pot Bread Pudding with your favorite bread! Use brioche or challah or even gluten-free. Whatever your diet, this recipe is indulgent and perfect, a great Instant Pot dessert! – Megan Stevens
Instant Pot Brownies Made From Scratch
These moist & fudgy Instant Pot brownies are easy to make from scratch. Enjoy with some vanilla ice-cream for a perfect dessert! – Meeta Arora
Instant Pot Cranberry Cheesecake
Looking for the perfect dessert? Look no further than this amazing, make ahead friendly Instant Pot Cranberry Cheesecake! Their individual size means only 7 minutes under pressure. – Allyson Letal
Instant Pot Coconut Pumpkin Halwa
Coconut Pumpkin Halwa, also called as Kaddu ka Halwa, is an Indian pumpkin dessert made with pumpkin, sugar, ghee, coconut and nuts. It can be cooked in a pressure cooker on the stovetop or Instant pot and takes less than 30 minutes to make this delicious dessert! – Meeta Arora
Instant Pot Dairy Free Bread Pudding
Dairy-free, egg-free bread pudding in the instant pot and a quick caramel sauce. Instant pot bread pudding – so easy to make and insanely delicious. Plus, it’s eggless and doesn’t contain any dairy. Thus, this creamy and delicious Bread Pudding is vegan too. – Sophie Goel
Instant Pot Peppermint Milkshake Cheesecake
Instant Pot Peppermint Milkshake Cheesecake is like an ice cream shake on a Chocolate Cake base. White Chocolate Mousse adds a layer of deliciousness. – Jill Selkowitz
Instant Pot Banana Bread Bites
Instant Pot Banana Bread Bites are yummy little treats. Make these easy, tasty pressure cooker banana bread bites and watch how fast they get gobbled up! – Sandy Clifton
Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake
Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, chocolatey little cake with a warm, gooey center of yummy chocolate “lava”. This is an impressive Instant Pot dessert that is very simple to make. – Sandy Clifton
Instant Pot Honey Orange Pumpkin Pie
Tired of the traditional holiday pies? Shake things up with this paleo and GAPS-friendly Honey Orange Pumpkin Pie in the Instant Pot! You won’t regret it! – Jason-Rachel Todd
Instant Pot Cupcakes | Cardamom Pound Cake
These Instant Pot Cupcakes are made in the style of cardamom pound cake with cardamom glaze are reminiscent of homemade old-fashioned cakes your grandmother would have made, with simple ingredients. – Neena Panicker
Easy Instant Pot Peach Crisp
Instant Pot Peach Crisp is made with fresh, juicy peaches, and topped with crisp, crunchy oatmeal streusel. If you’re a peach cobbler fan, you’ll love this Instant Pot dessert. – Neena Panicker
Homemade Churros Bites – Churros Muffins
Churros bites – churros muffins are coated in cinnamon sugar and are kind of like a cross between a muffin and a donut hole. One huge difference is these are baked in Instant- pot and not fried. It’s a perfect way to use the egg bite molds add on for Instant Pot. – Sonia Saluja
Here are some additional Instant Pot Recipes you might enjoy!
