How to Make Bread with a SLOW COOKER? The QUICK and Easy Recipe.

I have to confess something to you.

Until a few years ago, I had never seen an electric slow cooker with my own eyes!

And I had no idea what to do with it.

Also known under the names of "electric casserole" or "multicooker", this cooking appliance makes it possible to cook slowly simmer The dishes.

Fortunately, a friend told me about it and introduced me to its use.

When she told me that it was even possible to bake bread with the slow cooker, I had very big doubts ...

What is the benefit of making your bread in the electric slow cooker?

I didn't think the slow cooker could reach a high enough temperature, I thought it was going to take too long, and I didn't believe the slow cooker could cook the dough on the inside and leave a nice crust on the outside.

But in fact, I was totally wrong! Indeed, the electric slow cooker is quite capable of reaching a fairly high temperature and in addition it takes less time than using your oven because the dough rising time is included in the baking time.

The only real difference between baked bread and slow cooker bread is the crust. Once the bread is ready, it is softer and has a slightly pale color compared to baked dough.

But all you have to do is toast the bread in a mini-oven or on a toaster for 5 minutes for it to become perfectly golden and crisp.

I am now totally convinced by this ingenious cooking method. Especially during the hot months when it is too hot to turn on your kitchen oven.

And, since electric slow cookers are easily transportable, you can even wow your coworkers by baking bread under your desk! :-)

Ingredients for 1 ball of bread

- 500 g of homemade bread dough

- 1 sheet of baking paper

How to do

1. Shape the dough into a ball shape.

2. Place a sheet of parchment paper in your electric slow cooker, then place the bread dough on the paper.

How to prepare your homemade bread in the electric slow cooker?

3. Set the temperature of your slow cooker to maximum and put the lid on the appliance.

At what temperature should I set the slow cooker to make homemade bread?

Note: The heat intensity may vary depending on the model of slow cooker you are using. In fact, check the underside of your bread after 45 minutes of baking, to make sure that it is not burning. You may need 2 to 3 cooking attempts to find the ideal cooking time for your appliance.

4. Let the bread bake for 1 hour.

What does a crust on homemade bread in an electric slow cooker look like?

Note: Again, the exact cooking time depends largely on the model of slow cooker you use. It may be necessary to increase or decrease this time by a few minutes to find the ideal cooking time.

If you are using a paste made from whole wheat flour, the cooking time will be longer.

Once the bread is fully baked, its crust is smooth to the touch, almost like a brioche.

To check the baking of your bread, try to stick your finger in the top of the ball. If the dough has become firm, your bread is perfectly baked. If, on the contrary, it is tender and soft like mash, let the bread bake a little longer.

5. If all has gone well, the bottom of your bread is already crispy and golden.

How do you check the baking of homemade bread in the electric slow cooker?

However, be aware that the top of the crust will be smooth and not really crunchy. If you like bread when it's white and not overcooked on top, then you are going to love this bread!

But if you're like me and prefer the crust on your bread to be more golden and crisp, skip to step 6.

6. You can now brown your bread, under the grill of your oven for 5 minutes. Position the rack in the middle of your oven.

By toasting your bread in the oven, you get a perfectly golden and crispy crust.

If you don't have an oven you can also use your mini oven or even a toaster like this which has a special rack.

7. Let the bread cool completely before cutting it.

Really remember to let the bread cool before cutting it.

I know I know. Hot bread is so good! But when you cut bread baked in the slow cooker while it is still hot, the crumb will have a sticky texture and undercooked. So resist the temptation and let your bread cool.

Results

There you go, now you know how to make delicious homemade bread in the electric slow cooker!

Believe me, there is nothing better than homemade bread sandwiches and toast :-)

A homemade bread sandwich is perfection.

Where to buy an electric slow cooker?

To buy an electric slow cooker now, we recommend this electric slow cooker.

You can of course also find it in stores specializing in household appliances.

Warning : To avoid damaging your appliance and cooking safely, consult your slow cooker instructions before trying this recipe. This cooking method is not compatible with all slow cooker models.

Your turn...

What about you, does this quick and easy cooking method appeal to you? Have you tried it? Let us know what you think in the comments. We can't wait to hear from you! :-)

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