10 Decadent Desserts You Can Make in the Instant Pot

Instant Pot Cheesecake topped with blackberries
Photo: Shauna James Ahern

Having a slice of dessert after dinner is the ideal way to finish a meal, but not all of us have time to whip up something sweet along with the main dish. Luckily, the Instant Pot is a total time saver that can make some delicious desserts without a lot of hands-on cooking. From rich cheesecakes to comforting rice puddings, learn 10 ways to use your Instant Pot for tasty treats.

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Chocolate Cake in the Instant Pot

Chocolate Cake in the Instant Pot
Tavinka

It's hard to beat a classic like chocolate cake, and the Instant Pot helps make it moist and delicious every time. Get creative with your toppings by using chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

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Instant Pot Rice Pudding

Instant Pot Rice Pudding
fabeverydayblog

This rice pudding recipe is cooked in individual-sized jars, making it an easy-to-serve and presentable dessert for a crowd.

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Instant Pot Cheesecake

Instant Pot Cheesecake topped with blackberries
Shauna James Ahern

Who can resist a rich and creamy cheesecake? Although this recipe takes four hours, it's a hands-free for the most part, so you can get busy prepping the rest of dinner while the Instant Pot cooks.

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Instant Pot Crème Brûlée

Instant Pot Creme Brulee
Susan

Crème brûlée may seem fancy and difficult to make, but guests will never know how easy it was to whip up in the Instant Pot. All that's needed afterwards is a quick caramelization with a kitchen torch, and you're ready to say "Bon appetit!"

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Instant Pot Poached Pears With Port Wine

Instant Pot Poached Pears with Port Wine
Fioa

Port and pears are a classic combination, and it feels like an elegant, special dish to end any meal. Don't forget to serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

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Instant Pot Dark Chocolate Brownies

Instant Pot Dark Chocolate Brownies
Jiya Ann

Recipe creator Jiya Ann says, "Forget the oven and cake mixers! These indulgent brownies are easy to make and have a moist fudgy texture."

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Instant Pot Cheesecake with Sour Cream Topping

Instant Pot Cheesecake with Sour Cream Topping
lutzflcat

No one would suspect that sour cream is the secret ingredient to this tangy cheesecake. The sweet and sour topping makes this a stand out recipe.

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Steamed Banana Cake in Instant Pot

Steamed Banana Cake in Instant Pot
Travinka

Get a taste of the tropics with this easy recipe. Ripe bananas make the base for the cake, which is then finished off after cooking with a drizzle of creamy coconut sauce.

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Malted Milk Instant Pot Cheesecake

Malted Milk Instant Pot Cheesecake
Kim's Cooking Now

"If you like malted milk balls, you will love this cheesecake," says recipe creator Kim's Cooking Now. "Perfect for Easter, when those colorful malted milk eggs are available, or anytime of the year using Whoppers candies."

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Instant Pot® Torta Caprese (Italian Flourless Chocolate-Almond Cake)

"This Italian cake called "Torta Caprese" comes from the island of Capri. It is a moist, dense, fudge-like chocolate cake served at tea time on the Amalfi Coast. Typically made in the oven, making it in an electric pressure cooker keeps it moist without risk of drying out," says Allrecipes Allstar Buckwheat Queen.

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