Wondering what Instant Pot accessories are a must for this amazing kitchen tool? I’ve got you covered with the best Instant Pot accessories!
Yes, you’re going to want these Instant Pot accessories.
You can’t unleash this multi-function cooker’s full potential until you’ve worked with a few extra Instant Pot gadgets.
I’m sharing my must-haves as well as a few of my favorites that I can’t live without!
It’s no shocker that I LOVE the Instant Pot.
I own two Instant Pot’s and I wrote an entire cookbook using this amazing kitchen tool.
I love to make as much as I can in the Instant Pot because it saves me so much time.
Snacks like 3 minute applesauce, super easy deviled eggs {that peel so easily!}, hearty soups, tender meats like short ribs and corned beef, take-out-at-home inspired meals like Thai chicken, drinks like spiced apple cider, and even treats like chocolate ganache covered cheesecake and stuffed peaches cook beautifully in the Instant Pot!
The Best Instant Pot Accessories You Need
Instant Pot Sealing Ring
You’re going to want at least one extra sealing ring because the stronger flavors of food you cook tend to get stuck in the sealing ring. If you’re making desserts or other foods that are not as savory, you’re going to want to swap out that sealing ring so your dessert doesn’t end up tasting like some meat dish or heavily seasoned meal.
Instant Pot Glass Lid
Instant Pot Glass LidThis glass lid is a must-have for sure! You’re going to want a lid that fits securely on the top of the Instant Pot so you can store leftovers in the refrigerator. It’s so helpful!
Extra Instant Pot Insert
Extra Instant Pot InsertIf you don’t have a second Instant Pot like I do, then you’re going to want to have an extra insert on hand. Why? Because often you’re storing leftovers in the insert OR you’ll want to transfer food out of it during the cooking process so you can use the sauté function or cook something else. A second one really comes in handy!
Steamer Basket
Steamer BasketSteamer baskets are perfect for making hardboiled eggs {or deviled eggs}, mashed potatoes, all kinds of veggies and more! This one is great for the Instant Pot, just bend the handles off so it will fit perfectly.
If you prefer a regular steamer, I use and love this one with an extendable handle. I do all of the same things with it, it’s easy to lift out after cooking, but a bit harder to make sure nothing falls off.
1 1/2 QT Casserole Dish with Glass Lid
1 1/2 QT Casserole Dish with Glass LidI LOVE this casserole dish!!! I use it to make quiche, frittatas, cornbread, cakes, casseroles, dessert crisps and crumbles plus so much more! Hands down this is one of my favorites. I also love that you can use the glass lid to cover other things that you use in the Instant Pot like springform pans and ramekins.
7-Cup Glass Bowl
7-Cup Glass BowlYou can do so much with this glass bowl! Make breads, quiche, bread pudding, casseroles, cakes, and so much more! Plus it has so many other uses for regular kitchen use.
6″ or 7″ Springform Cake Pan
6″ or 7″ Springform Cake PanThere’s a great silicone springform Instant Pot cake pan that often sells out online, it’s listed on my products I love page, which is my preference. I also love my round cheesecake pan with a removable bottom that I use often. I do not bake with it or use anything acidic in it, but I do use it in my Instant Pot for cheesecakes.
Porcelain Ramekins & Glass Ramekins
Ramekins are SO helpful for making custard, eggs en cocotte, little quiches and so much more! I use these porcelain ramekins and these glass “custard” ramekins. They’re great and can even be stacked in your Instant Pot if you have an extra Instant Pot steamer insert.
6-Cup Bundt Pan
Bundt pans certainly are not a necessity, but they sure are fun! I use it to make my Spiced Pumpkin Bundt Cake and other cakes in the Instant Pot.
These are the best Instant Pot accessories! They will help you make delicious foods with ease.
Are you on Pinterest? I pin lots of yummy real food recipes + more there. I have a board just for Instant Pot Recipes + Gluten Free Treats too. Come follow along.
MORE RECIPES YOU MIGHT LIKE
Easy Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake {Grain Free}
Healthy Instant Pot Thai Chicken {30 Minute Meal}
3 Minute Instant Pot Applesauce
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Well…I have the ramekins lol! I need to get that steaming basket and the glass lid!
I have definitely not used my IP as much as I should be! I can’t wait to dive into your book!
Do you use that mesh steamer basket for doing bone broth? Is it a fine enough mesh for that? What a great idea for steaming and eggs!
I have been considering getting an instant pot for a while now and didn’t know at all what to look for. I guess the fancy kitchen gadgets for Asians are rice and water cookers, which I love using! Then the rest of time I just enjoy watching my food simmer on the stove. You made a great point on the time saving though and the variety of foods you are able to make with instant pot are so convincing. It will be nice to do my bone broth without keeping on eye on and the steaming ramekins will be so useful as I steam eggs for my kids a few times a week. I am pinning this post for future reference!
I have such a low tech kitchen it is unbelievable – well I guess I have one gadget, a vitamix. But this instapot, man do I want to try it! It may get me out of my gadgetless lifestyle 😛
Thanks for the reminder that I need a new sealing ring. Everything is starting to taste like beans. Haha!
(That lobster tail looks incredible!) LOVE these suggestions, Emily!!! I totally want all of these!! I already have the cake pan; it’s the best. But thank you for all of these insights! Will buy through your links! <3
Love all these suggestions! I really need to step up my Instant Pot game and purchases some of the accessories.
This is a cool post, Emily. I don’t have an Instant Pot yet, but I’m starting to think I need one!
You’ll love the IP Carrie, it’s such an awesome kitchen tool. 🙂
This is very informative – thanks Emily! I have been on the fence about getting an instant pot but seeing your guide and the array of uses and meals that can be made with an Instant Pot, I think I need to get one pretty quickly! I mainly think of Instant Pots for cooking savoury dishes I hadn’t thought of using them for custards and sweet dishes…have pinned for later 🙂
You’ll love the IP Hope! 🙂 They’re so awesome and can do so much. Super fun for desserts too, I think they make the best cheesecake, much better than regular baked cheesecake in my opinion.
I never knew I had so many goodies to choose from once I finally got on the instant pot train! Ha!
LOL right? 🙂
I’m ashamed to say I still need an instant pot.
Don’t be! You’ll love it though, it’s such an awesome kitchen tool. 🙂
OK I really need to get myself an Instapot (and your gorgeous book!). Thanks for this – it’s just what a newbie like myself needs!!
xo you’re so sweet! Thank you! You’ll love the IP 🙂
Wow, I had no idea you could even do half that stuff IN the InstantPot. I’m so excited to check out your book so that I can figure out how to make these things!
Right?! I didn’t either until I started playing around with it more. It’s pretty amazing all of the things it can do. Thanks Michele! 🙂
Thanks Em for your great list of Instant Pot accessories! WoW. I am pinning and will definitely purchase some of these at some point. I am a beginner iPot person!
Thanks so much for the pin Carol! 🙂
Wow, there’s so many things an Instant Pot does, I really need to look into getting one!
🙂 it truly can do so much! I hope you get to get one Kari, I think you’ll love it.
Never knew there were so many instant pot accessories!
You can do so much with the IP 🙂
What a helpful list with things I would not have thought about using. Thank you! Also- your cookbook looks so great! Exciting 🙂
Thanks so much Jessica! 🙂 xo They’re so much you can do with the help of a few accessories.
I love my instant pot and these accessories look so fun and handy. I didn’t realize there are so many kinds. Thanks for sharing !
It’s amazing how much more you can do with a few extras. 🙂 I love that you enjoy your IP too.
I am such a sucker for anything Instantpot! Out of interest, can regular baking tin be used or does it have to be an Instantpot product?
Yes!!! Isn’t the Instant Pot the best? It can totally be something else as long as it fit in the IP. Most of the things I use are not Instant Pot brand, they’re other brands but just happen to fit perfectly inside the IP.
I had NO idea you could bake a bundt cake in the IP! So awesome!
This is a whole new world for me! I really appreciate the education and some thinks for me to focus on…