Crockpot Bread
Crockpot bread is an easy, no-fuss method to make soft, delicious homemade bread without the need for an oven. Using basic ingredients like flour, yeast, and olive oil, this recipe yields a warm loaf with a slightly crisp crust. Perfect for busy days, this Crockpot bread is simple to prepare and ideal for anyone craving freshly baked bread with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 1hour
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8servings
- Category: Bread
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for extra softness)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add the warm water, olive oil, and milk (if using) to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes, either by hand or using a stand mixer, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf.
- Grease the Crockpot (slow cooker) or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Place the dough in the Crockpot, cover, and set it on the “low” heat setting. Cook for 2-2.5 hours, until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe yields a soft, fluffy loaf with a golden crust.
- For variations, you can add dried herbs, cheese, cinnamon, or garlic to the dough before the first rise.
- To get a crispier crust, place the finished loaf under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/crockpot-bread/
