There’s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your home. But what if you don’t have an oven—or simply want an easy, hands-off method? Enter the slow cooker. Making bread in a slow cooker produces a soft, tender loaf with a perfectly cooked crust, and it’s surprisingly simple. Here’s a complete guide to creating your own homemade bread in a slow cooker.
Why Slow Cooker Bread Is Amazing
Baking bread in a slow cooker offers several advantages:
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Hands-off cooking: Once the dough is prepared and in the cooker, it requires minimal supervision.
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Soft crust: Unlike oven-baked bread, slow-cooked bread has a soft, pillowy exterior.
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Perfect for small batches: Ideal if you don’t want to heat up the oven for a single loaf.
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Versatile: You can make plain, whole wheat, or even flavored breads with herbs, cheese, or garlic.
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chewiness)
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2 tsp instant yeast
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Optional Add-ins:
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1 tsp dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, or oregano)
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¼ cup grated cheese
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1 tbsp honey for a slightly sweet loaf
Instructions
