14 Christmas Instant Pot Recipes

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The holiday season is all about warmth, flavors, and family.

With the Instant Pot, you can create delicious Christmas meals quickly and effortlessly, freeing up time to enjoy the festivities.

Here are 14 Christmas Instant Pot recipes perfect for your holiday table.

1. Instant Pot Honey-Glazed Ham

A tender and juicy ham with a sweet honey glaze that perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors. Ideal as a centerpiece for your Christmas dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pre-cooked ham (4–5 lbs)

  • ½ cup honey

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1 cup water

Instructions:

  1. Place the ham in the Instant Pot with 1 cup water.

  2. Mix honey, brown sugar, mustard, and cinnamon; brush over ham.

  3. Close lid, set to Manual high pressure for 10 minutes per pound.

  4. Quick release, baste ham with remaining glaze, and broil for 5 minutes for caramelization.

2. Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes with a hint of roasted garlic—comfort food that’s perfect for the holidays.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • ½ cup milk

  • ¼ cup butter

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Add potatoes, garlic, and chicken broth to the Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 10 minutes.

  3. Quick release pressure, mash potatoes with butter and milk.

  4. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Instant Pot Christmas Beef Stew

A hearty beef stew with tender chunks of meat, carrots, potatoes, and a rich, flavorful gravy. Perfect for cold winter nights.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat

  • 4 carrots, chopped

  • 3 potatoes, cubed

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 2 tsp thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Sauté beef in the Instant Pot until browned.

  2. Add onion, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes.

  3. Add carrots, potatoes, and beef broth.

  4. Cook on Manual high pressure for 35 minutes, then natural release.

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4. Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

A tangy and sweet cranberry sauce with a hint of orange zest, a perfect accompaniment to turkey or ham.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup orange juice

  • Zest of 1 orange

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in the Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 2 minutes.

  3. Quick release, stir and let cool to thicken.

5. Instant Pot Mulled Apple Cider

Warm, spiced apple cider infused with cinnamon, cloves, and star anise—perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 quart apple cider

  • 3 cinnamon sticks

  • 4 cloves

  • 2 star anise

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 5 minutes.

  3. Quick release, strain spices, and serve warm.

6. Instant Pot Stuffing

Classic bread stuffing with onions, celery, and aromatic herbs cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups cubed bread

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 2 tsp sage

  • 1 tsp thyme

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and celery in butter using the Instant Pot sauté function.

  2. Add bread, herbs, salt, pepper, and chicken broth.

  3. Cook on Manual high pressure for 5 minutes.

  4. Quick release and fluff with a fork.

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7. Instant Pot Glazed Carrots

Sweet, tender, and buttery carrots glazed with brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb carrots, sliced

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup water

Instructions:

  1. Add carrots and water to Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 3 minutes.

  3. Quick release, stir in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

  4. Sauté for 2 more minutes to glaze.

8. Instant Pot Christmas Pudding

A rich, steamed Christmas pudding with dried fruits and warm spices. Serve with custard or cream.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup suet or butter

  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

  2. Transfer to a greased heatproof dish.

  3. Add 1 cup water to Instant Pot, place dish on trivet.

  4. Cook on Manual high pressure for 45 minutes.

  5. Quick release and let cool slightly before serving.

9. Instant Pot Spiced Hot Chocolate

Creamy hot chocolate with a festive touch of cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for cozy evenings.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups milk

  • ½ cup cocoa powder

  • ½ cup sugar

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Combine milk, cocoa, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 5 minutes.

  3. Quick release, stir in chocolate chips until melted.

  4. Serve warm with whipped cream.

10. Instant Pot Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts cooked in the Instant Pot, seasoned with garlic and balsamic glaze.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Sauté garlic in olive oil using Instant Pot.

  2. Add Brussels sprouts and cook on Manual high pressure for 3 minutes.

  3. Quick release, toss with balsamic vinegar and seasonings.

11. Instant Pot Christmas Turkey Breast

Tender, juicy turkey breast cooked with herbs and butter for a hassle-free holiday feast.

Ingredients:

  • 3–4 lb turkey breast

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp rosemary, thyme, sage

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Rub turkey with butter and herbs, season with salt and pepper.

  2. Place on trivet in Instant Pot with broth.

  3. Cook on Manual high pressure for 25 minutes per pound.

  4. Quick release and broil for 5 minutes to crisp skin.

12. Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole

Creamy sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar topping—holiday comfort in every bite.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups sweet potatoes, cubed

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup butter

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ½ cup pecans, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Cook sweet potatoes in Instant Pot with ½ cup water on high pressure for 8 minutes.

  2. Mash with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

  3. Top with pecans and broil for 5 minutes until golden.

13. Instant Pot Eggnog

Rich and creamy homemade eggnog with a hint of nutmeg, perfect for holiday sipping.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups milk

  • ½ cup sugar

  • 4 egg yolks

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

  1. Whisk milk, sugar, and egg yolks in Instant Pot.

  2. Cook on Manual high pressure for 5 minutes.

  3. Quick release, stir in vanilla and nutmeg. Serve warm or chilled.

14. Instant Pot Christmas Trifle

Layers of sponge cake, custard, fruit, and whipped cream make this Instant Pot trifle a delightful holiday dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 1 sponge cake, cubed

  • 2 cups custard

  • 1 cup mixed berries

  • 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions:

  1. Layer sponge cake, custard, and berries in a serving dish.

  2. Repeat layers and top with whipped cream.

  3. Chill for 2 hours before serving.

These 14 Instant Pot Christmas recipes will simplify your holiday cooking while keeping the flavors festive and comforting.

From mains to desserts and drinks, your Christmas feast will be both delicious and stress-free.

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