I used to think holiday cooking meant spending the whole day in the kitchen, but my Instant Pot changed all that. It handles everything from breakfast to dinner and even dessert, which is exactly what I need when things get busy. These 37 Instant Pot Christmas recipes are here to make your holiday get-togethers delicious, easy, and totally stress free.

1. Instant Pot Gingerbread

Here is another Christmas staple you can make in the Instant Pot! This gingerbread cake is dense yet moist and absolutely exploding with sweet, spiced, and warming flavors. It turns out effortlessly beautiful every single time, which I love.

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2. Instant Pot Carrots with Brown Sugar Glaze

While carrots are typically used as a support ingredient, this recipe highlights the orange veggie in all its sweet glory. Carrots are already sweet in nature, but coating them in brown sugar glaze enhances that natural sweetness even more.

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3. Instant Pot Short Ribs

We all know how addictive short ribs can be. They are succulent, delicious, and simply irresistible in every way. These short ribs are extra finger lickin good, though. See that glossy sauce coating the meat? It might not be the main feature, but it is definitely the star of the show.

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4. Instant Pot Gingerbread Pudding Cake

If you are torn between cake and pudding, why not make cake pudding? It is tender like cake but also ooey gooey like pudding, and the textures in this dessert are simply to die for. The aroma and flavor are beyond excellent too, infused with ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon.

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5. Instant Pot Peppermint Cheesecake

Here is another cheesecake that will tickle your tastebuds for sure. This one is covered in decadent chocolate ganache and garnished with crushed peppermint candies. It is one seriously show stopping dessert that looks as good as it tastes.

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6. Instant Pot Turkey Breast

Turkey breast sometimes gets a bad reputation for being boring and dry. With the Instant Pot, though, you get juicy, flavorful meat with a creamy gravy kicker that changes everything. I'll admit I do prefer dark meat over white. But I also will never say no to these scrumptious slices.

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7. Instant Pot Rotisserie Chicken

Why buy a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store when you can whip it up effortlessly at home? First of all, just look at how beautiful this bird is! Judging by the photo alone, you can already tell it is a thousand times better than anything store bought.

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8. Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken

Give your American Christmas a fun Italian twist with this Instant Pot Tuscan chicken! Tender chicken sits in a creamy garlic sauce that feels special yet familiar. While it is Italian in nature, it bursts with all those cozy flavors we know and love.

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9. Instant Pot Hot Chocolate

Christmas is never complete without hot chocolate! And yes, even this cozy yuletide beverage can be made right in the Instant Pot. I love cooking and serving hot chocolate this way because it keeps the drink perfectly warm throughout the entire night. It is one of those little holiday tricks I return to again and again.

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10. Instant Pot Beef Stew

This beef stew is loaded with flavorful beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, creamy gravy. The beef turns out so tender and juicy that it practically melts after just a few bites. Those vegetables add such wonderful heartiness that this becomes a complete meal in one bowl.

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11. Instant Pot Lamb Shoulder Roast

While some people find lamb way too gamey, I absolutely love it! If you are just as obsessed with lamb as I am, this recipe is a total must try. Sure, pork, beef, and chicken are all good too. But to me, nothing beats the richness of a lamb pot roast, and since lamb is already so flavorful, you will not need to add much at all.

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12. Instant Pot Apple Fig Compote

Here is another sweet and fruity treat your whole family will love. This apple fig compote is great on its own but can also be used to flavor other dishes. Whether you top it on chicken or pork chops or pair it with yogurt or ice cream, you really cannot go wrong.

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13. Easy Instant Pot Monkey Bread

It is impressive how the Instant Pot can cook elaborate dishes like roast beef and turkey. What amazes me even more, though, is the fact that it can also make bread. This all in one kitchen appliance is truly the home cook's best friend.

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14. Pressure Cooker Cranberry Balsamic Pork Loin

Tender slices of pork loin get drizzled with a sweet and tangy cranberry balsamic glaze, and honestly, Merry Christmas indeed! Pork loin dries out so easily, which is exactly why the Instant Pot is the perfect appliance for this recipe. With the Instant Pot, you never have to worry about overcooked pork loin ever again.

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15. Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup

If you love rice all day, every day, I am right there with you, friend. And while rice often gets pushed to the side of the plate, here it is the true main attraction. A merry mix of wild rice, mushrooms, and vegetables comes together in a creamy gravy that is pure comfort. This soup is cozy, creamy, and wonderfully hearty.

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16. Instant Pot Eggnog

The most fail proof way to cook eggnog is, as you may have guessed, through the Instant Pot. This eggnog is as smooth, creamy, and delicious as you wish it to be. Thanks to the Instant Pot's keep warm and water bath functions, you will not have to worry about your eggnog turning into an egg scramble.

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17. Instant Pot Ham

I used to think cooking a Christmas ham was a huge, scary undertaking. Turns out all I needed were three simple ingredients and my trusty Instant Pot. The pressure cooker does its magic and your ham is ready in just 30 minutes. But honestly, the best part is how incredibly moist, tender, and mouthwatering every single bite turns out.

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18. Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore

Here is another scrumptious Italian dish that is perfect for a simple Christmas dinner. Cacciatore is a braised dish cooked hunter style, which in this case means chicken cooked in a tomato sauce flavored with wine and herbs. You will not be cooking it hunter style here, though, because the Instant Pot makes everything so much easier. Why complicate things when there is a simpler way?

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19. Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole

This sweet potato casserole has that fantastic sweet and savory flavor combination we all cannot get enough of. It is essentially mashed sweet potatoes but with extra oomph. Roasted marshmallows and toasted pecans bring extra flavor and a lovely textural variety too.

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20. Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie

This chicken pot pie might skip the crust, but it is definitely not skipping on flavor. You really cannot go wrong with the combo of shredded chicken, chopped veggies, and a thick, creamy broth. Pro tip: you do not need to make your own crust at all! Just serve this pot pie with biscuits or croissants for that perfect finishing touch.

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21. Instant Pot Poached Pears

Poached pears do not sound too exciting at first, but what a thing of beauty they are! Here, whole pears are braised in apple juice, blackberries, and spices. The pears absorb those flavors beautifully, resulting in a wonderfully sweet and spiced dessert.

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22. Instant Pot Sausage Stuffing

This sausage stuffing is a pudding like dish filled with ground sausage and bread. While you can certainly use it as turkey stuffing, you really do not need to. It is perfectly fantastic all on its own.

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23. Instant Pot Pork Roast

This pork pot roast will make everyone think you spent hours slaving away in the kitchen. In reality, you only need about 20 minutes of hands on time. There are so many delicious components to this dish and I love that. Yet they all cook together in the same pot, making life so much easier.

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24. Instant Pot Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread

Regular cornbread is great, but this jalapeño cheddar version is 10 times better. The cheese makes it richer while the jalapeños add a wonderful punch that wakes up your whole mouth.

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25. Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

While cranberry sauce is by no means the star of the holiday table, it has the power to make or break your main dish. If you plan on making everything from scratch this year, you can count on this recipe for cranberry sauce. A blend of cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and fall spices, this sauce might be only a condiment, but boy, is it delicious.

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26. Instant Pot Butter Chicken

Butter and chicken are truly a match made in heaven, and murg makhani is living proof. Whether you have never tried it or you are already a huge fan of this popular Indian dish, this recipe has your name written all over it. The juicy chicken swims in a creamy, buttery curry sauce that I honestly call heaven in a bowl. Extra rice, please.

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27. Instant Pot Whole Turkey

In charge of the holiday turkey this year? Do not let that intimidating task scare you one bit. As long as you have an Instant Pot, you are in excellent hands. This recipe will help you produce the most sensational bird with crispy skin, moist meat, and all the good things.

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28. Slow Cooker Spiced Mulled Wine with Pomegranates

A Christmas party is not complete without something festive to sip! Make the yuletide celebration more joyful with a glass of this soothing spiced mulled wine. This recipe is an easy way to transform simple red wine into the perfect holiday spirit.

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29. Instant Pot Apple Cider

One of the best ways to warm yourself up on a cold, wintery morning is with a sip of apple cider. The blend of apples, citrus, and spices yields the coziest and most comforting aroma and taste that fills your whole kitchen with holiday cheer.

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30. Instant Pot Cinnamon Roll Bread

It looks like a pound cake but tastes like freshly baked cinnamon rolls. Scratch that. This bread tastes like a mash up between cinnamon rolls and French toast casserole. If that does not make your mouth water, I honestly do not know what will.

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31. Instant Pot Char Siu or Chinese BBQ Pork

If you have never tried char siu before, take this as your sign to make this recipe right now. I cannot even begin to tell you how in love I am with char siu! The Chinese version of BBQ pork is just more delicious on every single level. The tenderness of the meat is absolutely unparalleled, so soft it almost melts in your mouth.

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32. Instant Pot Roasted Brussels Sprouts

I know Brussels sprouts are not exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you think about holiday dishes. But if you want a healthy dish to contrast all the decadent ones you plan on serving this Christmas, this recipe perfectly fits the bill.

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33. Instant Pot Eggnog Cheesecake

Made way too much eggnog? Do not let those leftovers go to waste! Repurpose that cozy Christmas drink into this phenomenal eggnog cheesecake instead. The Instant Pot will impress you yet again with its ability to make a rich, creamy, and utterly delectable cheesecake.

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34. Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon is a whole lot easier to make than it is to spell. It might sound fancy and intimidating, but it is actually very simple. In case you are not familiar, beef bourguignon is a French stew filled with fork tender beef and hearty vegetables. What makes it extra special is that the beef is braised in a red wine infused sauce. Mmm.

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35. Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

The wonderful thing about mac and cheese is that it can be both a simple dinner and a phenomenal party entree. This Instant Pot version is extra special because it contains three kinds of cheese: cheddar, cream cheese, and parmesan. It is extra rich, extra cheesy, and a perfect addition to your holiday menu.

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36. Country Green Beans, Potatoes, and Ham in the Instant Pot

Ham, green beans, and potatoes join forces to make a hearty, healthy, and oh so tasty Christmas meal. The flavor and textural contrasts will surely delight your tastebuds with every single bite.

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37. Instant Pot Cranberry Meatballs

If you prefer meatballs bathed in a sweet and tangy sauce rather than a bright marinara, this recipe is absolutely for you. Here, the meatballs are covered in a cranberry sauce that is sweet, savory, and tangy all at the same time. The flavors of the meat and the sauce complement and contrast each other so beautifully.

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