Crockpot Bread
Baking bread in a crockpot is a simple and rewarding method that produces moist and flavorful loaves with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm Water Used to activate the yeast.
- 1.5 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Leavens the bread.
- 2.5 cups Bread Flour Provides structure and texture.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adds flavor and controls fermentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather the ingredients: flour, water, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- In a big bowl, mix the dry ingredients first.
- Slowly add warm water while stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead lightly with a few gentle folds.
- Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
- Grease the crockpot with oil or cooking spray.
- Once the dough has doubled, press it down gently, shape it to fit the crockpot, and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Set the crockpot on high and cover it. Cook for 2 to 3 hours.
- Check if the bread is done by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Remove the bread from the crockpot and cool it on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
You can add seeds, herbs, or dried fruits to your dough for variety. For a crispy crust, consider broiling the bread briefly after it has baked.