Discover useful Instant Pot accessories to enhance your pressure cooker: silicone molds, cheesecake pans, steamers, and more. The items below make cooking with an Instant Pot easier and more versatile.
I love how quickly the Instant Pot cooks pasta or turns a roast into tender, shreddable meat for dishes like shredded beef tacos. One-pot pasta dishes, such as cheesy taco pasta, come out soft and flavorful in a fraction of the time. If you’re scaling recipes, check tips on doubling Instant Pot recipes, and for dessert try a guilt-free Keto Cheesecake or a rich risotto carbonara.
Instant Pot Accessories
Instant Pot accessories expand what you can do with a pressure cooker. Below are popular, practical accessories to consider for steaming, baking, shredding, and more.
23-Piece Instant Pot Accessories Set (6 & 8 Qt)
A comprehensive bundle that includes steamers, egg racks, tongs, and other everyday tools—handy for steaming vegetables, making hard-boiled eggs, and more.
Official Silicone Egg Bites Pan
Perfect for making egg bites like the ones from coffee shops, as well as mini muffins and even hot chocolate bombs. Durable silicone makes removal easy.
Official Fluted Cake Pan (7-Inch)
Great for monkey bread, angel food cake, and other baked treats that hold their shape when cooked in the Instant Pot.
Long Silicone Molds (Ice Cube / Bottle Shapes)
These long molds are useful for making strips of cooked eggs that roll nicely into breakfast burritos or for portioned desserts and snacks.
Genuine Sealing Ring 2-Pack (Colored)
Extra silicone sealing rings let you keep separate flavors for savory and sweet dishes. Using colored rings helps avoid flavor transfer between recipes.
Two-Tier Steamer Basket
A versatile two-tier steamer is ideal for vegetables, eggs, seafood, and more—making efficient use of the Instant Pot’s steaming function.
Oval Cheesecake / Meatloaf Pans (8-inch, Pack of 2)
These oval pans are great for meatloaf, ham loaf, and breads, and they also work well for instant pot cheesecakes and molded dishes.
Round Cook/Bake Pan with Lid & Removable Divider
A three-piece pan with a removable divider lets you cook multiple items without mixing them, or remove the divider for a single pan bake.
Bakeware Sling (6- and 8-Quart Compatible)
A sling makes lifting pans in and out of the Instant Pot much easier and keeps food elevated above the cooking liquid—very handy for quick transfers and safe removal.
Steam Diverter
Attachable steam diverters direct the quick-release steam away from cabinets and hands. They come in sizes to fit different Instant Pot models and add a safety element to pressure release.
Dehydrator Rack (Stainless Steel)
If you own an Instant Pot Duo Crisp or Air Fryer Crisp lid, a dehydrator rack is excellent for making jerky, drying fruit, and dehydrating vegetables in layers.
Meat Chopper / Potato Masher Tool
Handy for sautéing and breaking up ground meat directly in the pot—works well with beef, turkey, sausage, and more. A favorite for quick stovetop-style prep.
Official Springform Pan (7.5-Inch)
Springform pans are a top pick for Instant Pot cheesecakes. They release easily and create a smooth edge ideal for desserts.
Round Cheesecake Pan (7 x 3 Inch)
A classic push-pan style cheesecake pan also works well for pressure-cooked cheesecakes and other molded desserts.
Official Kitchen Tools (Shredding Claws)
Long-handled claws are perfect for shredding cooked meats right in the pot—fast and efficient for tacos, sandwiches, and meal prep.
Stainless Steel Baking Cups with Silicone Lids (Set of 3)
Small baking cups are ideal for individual portions like mini omelets, lava cakes, or desserts—convenient for steaming or baking inside the Instant Pot.
The Instant Pot is a multi-cooker that pressure cooks, makes rice, slow cooks, steams, sautés, and performs several other functions, making it a versatile appliance for everyday cooking.
Many users find the Instant Pot worth the investment. It speeds up cooking, produces tender results for roasts, simplifies pasta and rice dishes, and can replace multiple appliances for busy kitchens.
Yes—cooking frozen meat in an Instant Pot is safe. The main difference is the cooker takes longer to reach pressure, so adjust total cooking time if needed.
Here are some popular Instant Pot recipes to try
Instant Pot Recipes
Easy Instant Pot recipes for cooks of all levels. Try these one-pot meals, sides, and desserts to make weeknight cooking simpler and tastier.
Instant Pot Burrito Bowl
A simple dump-and-go recipe loaded with seasoned chicken, rice, black beans, corn, and more—perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
A creamy four-cheese one-pot mac and cheese that’s ideal as a side or a comforting main dish.
Instant Pot Chicken with Vodka Sauce Pasta
A creamy vodka sauce with fettuccine and chicken—one of the go-to Instant Pot pasta recipes for a comforting weeknight meal.
Instant Pot Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
A full meal in one: juicy chicken and creamy mashed potatoes cooked together for quick weeknight dinners.
Instant Pot Tortellini
Quick marinara tortellini that’s perfect for a meatless meal or easily dressed up with added protein.
Instant Pot Hummus (No Soak)
Make velvety, homemade hummus from dried chickpeas without an overnight soak—fast and flavorful.
Instant Pot Fried Rice
Hibachi-style fried rice with chicken, veggies, and scrambled egg—skip takeout and make this in one pot.
Instant Pot Mexican Casserole
A Tex-Mex casserole with ground beef, enchilada sauce, and tortillas—easy and kid-approved.
Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Creamy scalloped potatoes with ham—an excellent holiday side or hearty dinner option.
Instant Pot Green Beans with Bacon
Fresh green beans cooked with bacon for a quick, flavorful side dish that’s simple to prepare.
Instant Pot Hibachi Steak
Juicy, flavorful hibachi-style steak and vegetables ready in about 30 minutes—great for quick dinners.
Instant Pot Hot Beef Sandwich and Mashed Potatoes
Tender pot roast smothered in gravy and served over homemade Instant Pot mashed potatoes—a comforting classic.
Instant Pot Spare Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone spare ribs made quickly in the pressure cooker—great for when you want BBQ-style ribs without slow smoking.
Instant Pot Chicken
Cook chicken for shredding, slicing, or dicing—perfect for meal prep and quick dinners.
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
A savory mashed sweet potato side dish that’s easy to adapt to sweeter variations by adding your favorite mix-ins.
Instant Pot Rice Pilaf
A simple five-ingredient rice pilaf that pairs well with almost any main dish—quick and foolproof in the Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Chocolate Zucchini Cake
A moist, fudgy double chocolate zucchini cake made quickly in the Instant Pot—great for a decadent dessert with less fuss.
Instant Pot Pancake Bites
Fun breakfast bites made quickly in the pressure cooker—perfect for mornings, snacks, or lunchboxes.
Instant Pot Jalapeno Jelly
This jalapeno jelly recipe speeds up the process using the Instant Pot, after which you can preserve jars using traditional canning methods.
Instant Pot Egg Bites
Protein-packed, flavorful egg bites that mirror coffee-shop favorites—easy to customize and quick to prepare.
What is your favorite Instant Pot add-on item you purchased and are loving?