Serving Details
- Yields: 1 loaf
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours on low
Recipe Description
A hands-off, flavorful bread baked in your slow cooker. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a weekend treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and honey. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
- Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- Remove the bread from the slow cooker and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Tips
- For a chewier crust, score the top of the dough before cooking.
- You can add herbs, spices, or cheese to the dough for extra flavor.
- To store, keep the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per slice):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 4g