Want to free up space in the oven while cooking on Christmas day? Then get out your pressure cooker! A pressure cooker can be your best friend when preparing a holiday meal because it cuts down on cooking time. From cinnamon rolls and casseroles for breakfast to the main course and side dishes, we’ve found 12 pressure cooker recipes you can make this Christmas.
No Drain Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (3 Ways!)
“These No Drain Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are SO easy. With 3 flavour variations (Basic Butter, Sour Cream & Chive and Garlic Rosemary), you’ll want to add mashed potatoes to every meal. Save stovetop space at your next holiday meal and make mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot!” – Laura
Homemade Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls in an Instant Pot
“Learn how you can use your Instant Pot to make the prep process for from scratch cream cheese cinnamon rolls so much easier! These are great for a holiday like Christmas morning.” – Leslie
The Best Instant Pot French Toast
“Love French Toast Casserole, but don’t time to let it sit overnight? Not to worry, with this Instant Pot French Toast will be ready in no time!” – Jenn
Instant Pot Brown Sugar-Glazed Carrots
“With the holidays coming up, I’m always on the hunt for recipes that are delicious, healthy and unique. I’m known to typically bring sweet desserts to all the family gatherings and events. But this year, I plan on bringing these Instant Pot Glazed Carrots because they are still sweet, but good for us all, too.” – Jennifer
Best Instant Pot Ham
“This Instant Pot Ham is super juicy glazed with brown sugar, honey, and pineapple sauce. It is the perfect dinner recipe for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter.” – Catalina
Reverse Sear Instant Pot Prime Rib
“Make the most gorgeous, PERFECT prime rib right in your Instant Pot! Our Instant Pot Prime Rib is as easy as it gets and delicious, too.” – Isabel
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
“You’ll love this juicy, moist turkey breast that’s ready in under an hour, complete with gravy made from the drippings! Ready to start?” – Aimee
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Medallions
“Instant Pot Sweet Potato Medallions are caramelized in ghee and sinfully delicious. They make a nice side dish for Thanksgiving and Christmas!” – Jill
Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
“Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are cheesy, and have a delicious flavor, especially when you use a smoky ham and some nice cheese for extra creaminess.” – Sandy
Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake
“Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake is simply the best recipe for chocolate cheesecake. It is decadent, luscious, creamy and cooks perfectly in the moist heat of the Instant Pot.” – Kristen
Instant Pot Japanese Cheesecake
“If you have not seen or tried one, you will soon realize why is it so famous. This Instant Pot Japanese cheesecake has only four ingredients and it is made with a minimum of the equipment. The final results are astonishing – a soft, fluffy, and mild cheesecake without any crust.” – Corrie
Instant Pot Bread Pudding with Pecan Caramel Glaze
“This Instant Pot Bread Pudding with Pecan Caramel Glaze is perfect to make in your Instant Pot. The bread pudding stays moist and delicious and is topped with a sweet and nutty pecan caramel glaze.” – Tanya