Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

Make the easiest, softest crockpot bread at home with this simple recipe. After making it dozens of times, I’ve discovered the perfect technique for a foolproof, better-than-store-bought result. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Pineapple Mascarpone Upside-Down Mini Cakes and Million Dollar Lasagna.

What You'll Need for Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• Optional: Melted butter, for serving

How to Make Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, yeast, and sugar.
2. Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center and add milk, eggs, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased crockpot, cover with foil, and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
5. Bake: Preheat your crockpot on high for 15 minutes, then bake the bread for 2-3 hours or until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 190°F (88°C).
6. Cool and serve: Carefully remove the bread from the crockpot, let it cool on a wire rack, slice, and serve with melted butter.

Storing & Reheating Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.

Freezing Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

Freeze sliced bread for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to make it soggy.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a softer crust, brush the top of the dough with a little milk before baking.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the milk with water or buttermilk for a slightly different flavor.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 2 months.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved to make more or less bread.
• Troubleshooting: If your bread is not rising, make sure your yeast is fresh and your milk is not too hot. If it's rising too much, try reducing the rise time.

Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

2-3 hrs

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Total

3-4 hrs

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Serves

1 loaf

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Diet

Gluten-free option: use gluten-free flour

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Seasonings

• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter, for serving

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, yeast, and sugar.
2. Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center and add milk, eggs, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased crockpot, cover with foil, and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
5. Bake: Preheat your crockpot on high for 15 minutes, then bake the bread for 2-3 hours or until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 190°F (88°C).
6. Cool and serve: Carefully remove the bread from the crockpot, let it cool on a wire rack, slice, and serve with melted butter.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a softer crust, brush the top of the dough with a little milk before baking.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the milk with water or buttermilk for a slightly different flavor.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 2 months.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved to make more or less bread.
• Troubleshooting: If your bread is not rising, make sure your yeast is fresh and your milk is not too hot. If it's rising too much, try reducing the rise time.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze sliced bread for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to make it soggy.
• Make ahead: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 140
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 2g
• Carbs: 24g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crockpot Bread Recipe – Better Than Store-Bought and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!