20 Instant Pot Cake Recipes (+ Easy Dessert Ideas)

Try these Instant Pot cake recipes for quick and easy desserts!

You’ll find everything from apple pie and chocolate lava cake to a few Instant Pot cheesecake recipes! And they’re all drool-worthy.

20 Easy Instant Pot Cakes

If you’re like me, you love your Instant Pot. It’s a magical little appliance that can do just about anything.

But did you know that it’s also great for cakes? Yep, that’s right. You can make delicious, moist, and fluffy cakes using your Instant Pot.

You just might find a new favorite dessert on this list!

1. Instant Pot Berry Vanilla Cake

Oh man, do I have the perfect recipe for you with this berry vanilla cake! 

To make it, mix all the cake ingredients and cook them in the pot.

Once you’re done, set it aside on a wire rack to cool down. Pour the delicious glaze on top and serve it.

This cake is so quick and easy to make, and it comes out so moist and delicious every time. 

Plus, with all those sweet berries in there, it’s basically like eating a little slice of sunshine on a plate.

2. Instant Pot Chocolate Cake

Who says you need a conventional oven to make a delicious chocolate cake?

With an Instant Pot, you can whip up a delectable chocolate treat in no time at all.

Grab some flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder and soda, vanilla extract, salt, butter, milk, eggs, and sugar.

Just mix all the ingredients and cook on high pressure for approximately 30 minutes. Enjoy!

3. Instant Pot Cheesecake 

Instant Pot cheesecake is a classic. It’s refreshing, creamy, and fruity. Why not give it a try?

Best of all, it’s extremely simple to make. 

Grab some graham crackers, heavy cream, sugar, butter, cream cheese, eggs, flour, and vanilla. Mix the ingredients and cook inside your Instant Pot. 

If you’re feeling extra adventurous, you can top the cheesecake with some fruit. My favorites are cherries, raspberries, and blueberries.

4. Instant Pot Caramel Pecan Cheesecake 

Instant Pot caramel pecan cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a treat, this instant pot recipe is sure to impress. 

It’s super easy to make, and you can have it on the table in just minutes.

Simply combine the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, then pour the mixture into your Instant Pot. 

Top it with crunchy pecans and caramel sauce and allow the cheesecake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

5. Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake 

If you’re a cheesecake lover, then you have to try this peanut butter cup cheesecake! 

With its rich, creamy filling and sweet, indulgent peanut butter cup topping, this cheesecake is pure heaven on a plate.

Simply add all your ingredients to the pot and let it do the work for you. Once it’s cooled, add chocolate ganache and peanut butter cups on top.

Within minutes, you have a delicious, gooey cheesecake that’s perfect for any occasion.

6. Instant Pot Better Than Sex Chocolate Lava Cake 

Chocolate lava cake is one of those desserts that just seems to defy logic. How can something so good be so easy to make?

And yet, it’s one of the simplest desserts to prepare.

For the cake, you need a stick of butter, a lot of chocolate chips, eggs, vanilla, flour, and sugar.

Melt the chocolate in the butter and combine it with the remaining ingredients.

Once done, place it upside down on a plate. I prefer topping this cake with ice cream, but any other topping will do just fine.

7. Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cake 

Instant Pot apple cinnamon cake is the perfect treat for those cold fall days when you just need a little bit of comfort in your life. 

Made with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this cake will fill your kitchen with comforting aromas.

Toss the apple in cinnamon and sugar and set the bowl aside.

Mix the remaining ingredients and pour them into your Instant Pot with a layer of cinnamon apples in between. 

Cook the cake on high pressure for 60 minutes and sprinkle some powdered sugar on top to complement the flavors.

8. Instant Pot Hot Fudge Cake

Hot fudge cake is the ultimate dessert. It’s rich, delicious, and oh-so indulgent. 

It’s made with layers of chocolate cake, gooey fudge sauce, and a generous scoop of ice cream on top. This tasty treat is sure to melt your heart.

For the cake, you need butter, flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, egg, milk, butter, and vanilla. 

To make the cake extra gooey and delicious, prepare a topping by mixing brown sugar, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips.

9. Instant Pot Coffee Cake 

Looking for the ultimate way to pamper yourself in the morning? Look no further than Instant Pot coffee cake! 

This delicious treat pairs perfectly with your favorite hot cup of joe, and it’s super easy to make.

Mix all the ingredients and cook them for 35 minutes.

Be sure to choose the “cake” setting. I also like to add some frosting before serving to sweeten the deal.

Don’t forget to spray some non-stick spray inside your Instant Pot, otherwise, your cake might fall apart when getting it out.

10. Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake 

Oreo cheesecake is a delicious and indulgent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

To make this classic treat, you need some basic ingredients like cream cheese, Oreos, and eggs. 

Start by whisking together the cream cheese and eggs until smooth. Then, use a food processor to finely crush several Oreos into a powdery crumb.

Place the crumb on the bottom of your pressure cooker and add the remaining batter on top.

Cook it for 35 minutes and allow it to completely cool down before serving.

11. Instant Pot Pineapple Upside-Down Cake 

Calling all pineapple fans!

If you’re in the mood for something super sweet and satisfying, then you need to try this pineapple upside-down cake recipe.

This cake is so easy to make. Just combine some basic pantry ingredients like flour, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and pineapple.

Then, pop everything into the Instant Pot.

In under an hour, you have an amazing dessert that everyone will love.

12. Instant Pot Raffaello Cheesecake 

Coconut is one of my favorite ingredients for sweet dishes.

It’s refreshing, crunchy, and not too sweet, nicely complimenting other stronger flavors.

First, grind graham crackers, butter, almond meal, and desiccated coconut. Press the crust on the bottom of the pot. 

Whisk together the ingredients for the middle layer and pour on top.

For the final layer, combine mascarpone and white chocolate, and add a generous amount. Bon appetit!

13. Pressure Cooker Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake 

Pumpkin spice and everything nice is what this amazing bundt cake is made of! 

This cinnamon-sugar spiced cake is perfect for fall. But if you’re like me, you’ll make it all year round.

Put all the ingredients inside your Instant Pot and mix well. Cook it for 28 minutes on high pressure and put a layer of icing on top.

14. Orange Semolina Cake

Have you ever had one of those experiences where you tasted something and it transported you back to a specific moment in time?

That’s what orange semolina cake does for me.

The intense citrus flavor of the orange zest, combined with the nutty semolina flavor, creates a uniquely delicious cake. 

And, of course, the orange syrup gives it that extra “je ne sais quoi.”

If you’ve never had orange semolina cake, you’re in for a treat. Trust me, it’s worth the effort.

15. Instant Pot Funfetti Cake 

Who doesn’t love some Funfetti every now and then? 

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, having a party, or just making some delicious treats to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is the perfect recipe! 

The recipe calls for traditional cake ingredients with the addition of rainbow sprinkles. Mix everything well and cook for 30 minutes.

16. Instant Pot Dump Cake 

Instant Pot dump cake is the latest internet sensation.

This cake is made by dumping ingredients into an Instant Pot and then cooking it for a short period of time. 

The result is a delicious and moist cake that’s perfect for any occasion. 

17. Pressure Cooker Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake 

This delicious fall dessert is easy to make and can be ready in just minutes.

Simply mix together some pumpkin puree, chocolate chips, and the remaining cake ingredients, then dump it into your pot. 

Cook it on high pressure for 35 minutes, then carefully release the pressure and allow the cake to cool. 

Pro tip: serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream, and enjoy!

18. Instant Pot Key Lime Cheesecake 

With tangy lime and creamy cheesecake batter, this dessert is sure to please any crowd.

To make this recipe, you need some basic baking supplies, like a springform pan and parchment paper. 

Mix together your filling ingredients in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Pour the batter into the pan and cover securely with foil. 

Once it’s cooked, simply let it cool, garnish with fresh limes or zest, and enjoy!

19. Instant Pot Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cake 

Lemon poppy seed bundt cake sounds fancy, right? Well, it’s actually a super simple recipe that anyone can make with just a few basic ingredients. 

This delightfully fragrant cake is packed full of bright, citrusy flavors and nutty poppy seeds.

The best part of this cake is the glaze. To make it, combine lemon with confectioner’s sugar and drizzle on top. 

20. Decadent Chocolate Orange Cake 

Decadent chocolate orange cake is a cake that is sinfully delicious. It’s so chocolatey and rich, and the orange flavor really shines through. 

This cake is definitely not for the faint of heart, as it’s a true indulgence. But it’s worth every single calorie.