Description
This easy Crockpot Bread recipe allows you to bake a soft, delicious homemade loaf without using an oven. With simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this slow cooker bread is perfect as a side dish or snack. The bread is cooked gently in a crockpot for a tender crumb, and finishing it under the broiler adds a golden crust.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Other
- parchment paper
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy to ensure the yeast is active.
- Make Dough: Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the bowl, then mix until a rough dough forms. Transfer to a lightly floured surface.
- Knead Dough: Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which develops gluten for proper bread texture.
- Shape Loaf: Shape the dough into a round loaf, preparing it to fit comfortably inside the crockpot.
- Prepare Crockpot: Line the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot with parchment paper to prevent sticking and place the shaped dough inside.
- Cook Bread: Cover with the lid and cook on high for 2 to 2.5 hours until the bread is cooked through and the internal temperature reads 190°F. The bread top will remain pale.
- Optional Broiler Finish: For a golden crust, remove the bread and place it under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing to allow the crumb to set properly.
Notes
- You can add herbs, cheese, or garlic to the dough for extra flavor.
- If using instant yeast, there is no need to proof—just mix it directly with the dry ingredients.
- This recipe works best in a standard 5–6 quart crockpot.
