Preparation Time: 2 hours (includes rising time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions:
1. Activate the Yeast:
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
2. Mix the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the Dough:
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
5. Shape the Dough:
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.
6. Second Rise:
- Place the shaped dough on a parchment paper-lined tray, cover, and let it rise for an additional 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
8. Air Fry the Bread:
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the shaped and risen dough in the air fryer basket. You may need to cut the dough to fit it.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
9. Cool and Slice:
- Allow the homemade bread to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Enjoy:
- Serve slices of your air fryer homemade bread warm with butter or your favorite spread.
Note:
- Cooking times may vary depending on the specific model of your air fryer. Keep an eye on the bread to prevent overcooking.
- Experiment with different flour types, such as whole wheat or bread flour, for varied textures.
Nutrition Information (per slice):
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fat: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
