Airfryer Bread

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Clean kitchen towel
• Small cake pan or air fryer-safe baking pan
• Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Extra flour for dusting

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter
• Sesame seeds
• Poppy seeds
• Garlic butter
• Fresh herbs

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
2. Add the warm water and olive oil. Mix everything together until a shaggy dough forms. Continue kneading by hand for about 8–10 minutes or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
3. Intensity: Moderate
4. The dough should feel soft and slightly tacky but not sticky. If it feels too sticky, add a little flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 2: First Rise

1. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
2. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Intensity: Low
4. The rising process is essential because it develops flavor and creates the bread’s light texture.

Step 3: Shape the Dough

1. Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release excess air.
2. Shape it into a round loaf and place it into a greased air fryer-safe baking pan that fits comfortably inside your air fryer basket.
3. Cover loosely and allow it to rise again for 15 minutes.
4. Intensity: Low
5. This second rise helps create a softer and fluffier loaf.

Step 4: Prepare the Air Fryer

1. Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 minutes.
2. Preheating ensures even cooking and helps create a beautiful crust from the beginning.

Step 5: Air Fry the Bread

1. Place the baking pan carefully into the air fryer basket.
2. Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 18–20 minutes.
3. Check the bread after 15 minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, loosely cover it with aluminum foil and continue cooking.
4. Intensity: Moderate
5. The bread is done when:
6. The top is golden brown.
7. The loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
8. The internal temperature reaches approximately 190°F (88°C).

Step 6: Cool the Bread

1. Remove the bread from the air fryer and carefully transfer it to a wire rack.
2. Allow it to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
3. Intensity: Low
4. Cooling helps the bread finish cooking internally and prevents a gummy texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 145 · Protein: 4g · Fat: 2g · Carbohydrates: 28g · Saturated Fat: 0.3g · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 2g