Fresh Bread in an Instant Pot recipe

Sunday, October 15, 2023

Fresh Bread in an Instant Pot recipe

Keep in mind that the texture and flavor of the bread might differ slightly from traditional oven-baked bread, but it can still be a convenient and tasty option.

Here's a simple recipe for making Instant Pot bread:

Ingredients:

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes or until the mixture becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
Pour the yeast mixture into the well, and add the olive oil. Gradually mix the flour into the liquid until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it back into the mixing bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Shape the dough into a loaf or desired shape.
Grease the inside of the Instant Pot with cooking spray or oil. Place the shaped dough inside the Instant Pot.
Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to the "Yogurt" or "Proofing" function. If your Instant Pot doesn't have these specific functions, you can select the "Low" or "Warm" setting.
Let the dough rise inside the Instant Pot for about 30-45 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, remove it from the Instant Pot and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or a loaf pan and bake it in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.