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Air Fryer Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Leila
  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 14 servings (slices)

Description

This easy Air Fryer Bread recipe yields a soft, fluffy homemade loaf with a crisp crust without needing an oven. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this bread is perfect for beginners and cooks quickly in an air fryer, saving time and energy. Enjoy fresh, warm bread anytime with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups (360g) white bread flour (or all-purpose flour as substitute)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp rapid rise yeast (one packet)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240ml) lukewarm water
  • 2 tbsp melted butter, plus extra for greasing and brushing

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Measure the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast into a mixing bowl. Stir together to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the lukewarm water and melted butter. Mix using a spoon or a dough hook until no dry streaks of flour remain and you have a shaggy, sticky dough.
  3. Optional Stretch and Fold: If desired, do a couple of “stretch and folds” by greasing your hands with oil, stretching one corner of the dough over to the middle, turning the bowl, and repeating to help develop gluten.
  4. First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel and leave the dough in a warm spot to rise for 1 hour, allowing it to double in size.
  5. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently stretch it into a rectangle, fold the top edge towards the center, then fold the bottom edge over the top.
  6. Form the Loaf: Turn the dough sideways and roll it into a tight roll. Shape it into a ball or “boule,” dusting lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  7. Second Rise: Place the dough in a greased 7-inch cake pan, cover it again, and let it rise for 30 minutes until puffed.
  8. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes, preparing it for baking.
  9. Prepare Bread for Baking: Score the top of the risen loaf with a sharp knife to allow expansion. Brush the sides with melted butter to avoid sticking.
  10. Air Fry Bread: Place the cake pan with dough in the air fryer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
  11. Continue Baking: Lower the temperature to 350°F (180°C) and bake for an additional 25 minutes to ensure thorough cooking.
  12. Final Crisping: Carefully remove the pan, take out the bread, and place it directly in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 more minutes to crisp the bottom of the loaf evenly.
  13. Check Doneness: Tap the underside of the bread; it should sound hollow. If doughy, air fry a few more minutes as needed.
  14. Cool and Serve: Transfer the bread to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute bread flour with all-purpose flour, though bread flour gives a chewier texture due to higher protein.
  • The water should be lukewarm to activate the yeast properly but not hot enough to kill it.
  • Stretch and fold technique is optional but helps to develop gluten for better structure.
  • Air fryer models vary, so cooking times might need slight adjustments.
  • Use melted butter to grease pans and brush the dough sides to prevent sticking and promote browning.
  • Letting the bread cool completely before slicing prevents it from becoming gummy inside.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbyleila.com/air-fryer-bread-recipe/