Slow Cooker Whole Wheat Bread

Elevate your bread-baking game with this easy and wholesome Slow Cooker Whole Wheat Bread recipe—perfect for busy days when you crave fresh, homemade bread without the hassle. Crafted with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, a touch of natural sweetness from honey, and the deep, aromatic tones of olive oil, this recipe is as healthy as it is delicious. Using the slow cooker, you'll achieve a moist, tender loaf with minimal effort, while its low-and-slow cooking method lends a rustic, bakery-style quality to the final product. For an optional finishing touch, broil the loaf for a golden, crusty top. Ideal for slicing into hearty sandwiches or pairing with soups, this no-fuss recipe is an essential addition to your kitchen rotation. Keywords: slow cooker bread, whole wheat bread, healthy homemade bread, easy bread recipe, no-oven bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing parchment paper)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Stir and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast is frothy.

Step 2

Add olive oil, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of whole wheat flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, gradually incorporating the remaining 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour. The dough should be smooth and slightly tacky but not sticky.

Step 4

Grease a sheet of parchment paper with butter and line the bottom of your slow cooker with it.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it onto the parchment paper inside the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to the High setting. Cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the internal temperature of the bread reaches 190°F (88°C).

Step 7

Carefully remove the bread from the slow cooker using the edges of the parchment paper. Optional: For a crustier top, transfer the bread to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.

Step 8

Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(757.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724.5

Total Fat 46.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 28.4mg	0%
Sodium 2387.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 50.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130.1mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1625.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.0%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 65.8%