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Rustic Crockpot Bread Recipe

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This Rustic Crockpot Bread recipe offers an easy, no-knead homemade bread with a soft interior and a golden crust, all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker. Perfect for beginners and bread lovers alike, it requires minimal ingredients and hands-on time, yielding a delicious, comforting loaf ideal for sandwiches, dipping, or simply enjoying with butter.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and yeast. Add the warm water and olive oil, stirring with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.
  2. Let It Rise: Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and allow the dough to rise at room temperature for 1 ½ to 2 hours until it doubles in size and becomes puffy.
  3. Shape and Transfer: Place a sheet of parchment paper inside the crockpot. Lightly flour your hands, gently shape the risen dough into a round loaf, and place it on the parchment paper inside the crockpot.
  4. Cook in the Crockpot: Cover the crockpot and cook the bread on high heat for 2 to 2 ½ hours, until the bread is firm to the touch and the bottom has turned a golden brown color.
  5. Crisp It Up (Optional): For a crunchier crust, carefully transfer the cooked bread to a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5 to 10 minutes.
  6. Cool & Enjoy: Remove the bread from the oven or crockpot and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing. This resting time helps set the crumb and prevents the bread from becoming too dense. Slice and serve with your favorite butter or toppings.

Notes

  • You can substitute 1 cup of all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier bread.
  • Add 1 tsp dried rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning to the dry ingredients to make herbed bread.
  • For a garlic Parmesan flavor, mix in ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tsp garlic powder to the dough.
  • To prepare ahead, mix the dough the night before and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator overnight; bring to room temperature before cooking.
  • Store leftover bread in a bread bag or wrapped in a clean kitchen towel at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Slice and freeze leftover bread for up to 3 months; toast slices directly from the freezer for convenience.

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