Air-fryer Bread

Preparation: approx 2 hours | Cooking time: 22 mins | Resting time: 20 mins 

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (rock salt or salt crystals also ok)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 2 2/3 cup 00 flour (all purpose flour also ok)
• 1 cup warm water

Works best in an air fryer pan approx 6 x3 round or in my case, it’s a square pan.

Method

1. Grease the air fryer pan and set to one side.
2. In a mixing bowl, add the butter, sugar, salt & yeast and cup of warm water. 
3. Using a hand mixer with dough hook attachment, on the lowest setting, slowly add the flour (sift it as you add) and ensuring each addition of flour is fully incorporated before adding more. Once all the flour is added, increase the speed to medium speed for 8 minutes as you knead the mixture. 
4. Transfer the dough to the air fryer pan and leave to rest for 1.5 hours, covering with a damp cloth (we happen to live in a humid climate so it helps the dough to rise). The dough will rise about double the size but don’t stress if a little less
5. Pre heat your air fryer for 1 min at 380 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees celcius
6. Add the dough to the pan and cook for about 22 mins. It should be golden brown on top 
7. Leave to rest in the pan for 5 mins
8. Turn onto rack and let it cool completely 
9. Enjoy your bread!

Vicki's Tips

• Don’t be surprised if the loaf comes out slightly uneven on occasion - it all tastes the same and adds to the ‘home made’ appeal.
• Works great with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil.