Herbed Crock Pot Bread Recipe
User Reviews
4.1
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
1 loaf
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Calories
421 kcal
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Course
Bread
Herbed Crock Pot Bread Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by activating instant yeast in warm water with sugar, then mixing in flour, honey, olive oil, salt, and fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to develop a soft elastic dough. After kneading in a mixer with a dough hook, the dough is shaped into a loaf and placed in a parchment-lined slow cooker. Cooking on high for about 1 to 1.5 hours slowly bakes the bread, creating a tender texture with mild herb flavor throughout.
The bread's crust can be enhanced by briefly placing the cooked loaf under a broiler for two to three minutes for a golden finish. The slow cooker method provides a convenient alternative to oven baking, producing a moist crumb and an aromatic herbal note from the fresh herbs incorporated into the dough.
This bread is suitable for serving fresh alongside meals or as a snack. The herbal flavor adds depth without overpowering, making it versatile. The method’s simplicity and use of common ingredients make it easy to prepare in kitchens without conventional ovens.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups bread flour more may be needed, or all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water warm
- 1 packet instant yeast 2¼ teaspoons
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon thyme or rosemary, fresh
Instructions
- In the mixer using the dough hook, place the warm water, 1 teaspoon sugar, and the yeast. Mix lightly and cover for 5 minutes for yeast to activate
- When the mixture starts to bubble add the rest of the ingredients
- Mix on medium speed for 5-6 minutes or until dough becomes soft and elastic
- Shape into a loaf and sprinkle salt on top (optional if you like a salty taste)
- Line slow cooker with parchment paper
- Place dough inside and cover
- Cook on HIGH for 1 hour to 1 hour and a half
- Check the bottom to see if the bread is completely cooked (bottom should be browned)
- Place the loaf of bread under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to brown (optional)
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1loaf
Amount Per Serving
Calories 421 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 421kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 4670mg | 195% |
| Potassium | 111mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 335IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11.2mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.1
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