(No-Rise) Slow Cooker Basil Pesto Bread
(No-Rise) Slow Cooker Basil Pesto Bread – This no-rise, no-fuss, SUPER DELICIOUS slow cooker bread is packed with basil pesto and it’s probably one of the most flavorful bread recipes you will ever make!
Servings Prep Time
10serves 10minutes
Cook Time
2hours
Servings Prep Time
10serves 10minutes
Cook Time
2hours
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Line a 6-quart slow cooker with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Place yeast and sugar in a large mixing bowl; stir to combine.
  3. Add water and continue to stir until combined.
  4. Add flour, olive oil, basil pesto, and salt; stir until combined and a shaggy dough begins to form.
  5. Turn out dough onto a floured working surface and knead for 5 minutes until dough is soft and smooth. *IF* dough is sticky, add a bit more flour, or about a tablespoon at a time.
  6. Place ball of dough in previously prepared slow cooker.
  7. Top with dried parsley and salt.
  8. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or until golden on bottom. Internal temperature should read 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
  9. Remove bread from slow cooker together with parchment paper and place on a baking sheet.
  10. Put under broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  11. Remove from oven and set on a cooling rack.
  12. Let cool for 20 to 30 minutes.
  13. Cut and serve.
Recipe Notes

Recipe Notes *IF* dough is sticky, add a bit more flour, or about a tablespoon at a time.