Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade bread in a crockpot with this easy recipe. This no-fuss method yields a soft interior with a golden crust, perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Additional:
- parchment paper (for lining)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the warm water and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Knead the dough by hand or with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare Crockpot: Line the crockpot with parchment paper. Place the risen dough in the crockpot and cover with the lid.
- Cook: Cook on high for 2 to 2½ hours until the top is set and the bottom is golden brown. Tap the bread to check for doneness.
- Broil: For a crustier top, broil the bread for 2–3 minutes until golden. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- You can mix in herbs, cheese, or garlic for added flavor.
- Bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
