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It was a typical day - lost in the open sea of Pinterest pins, drifting farther and farther from reality and any notion of passing time - when something caught my eye. That something, my friends, was Crock Pot Rosemary Olive Oil Bread. Just like the kind from Romano's Macaroni Grill, this bread featured tons of the fresh herb, a deliciously golden crust, and moisture and flavor from the olive oil that brings it to a whole 'nother level of delicious.
The main reason I was excited, though, was because this bread was supposed to be made in the crock pot. This is especially useful around this time of year when we are trying not to turn on the oven for any reason (we're getting into 90 degree territory up here now). The crock pot won't warm up your house like an oven will, but you can still have flavorful, fresh artisan bread at the end of the day to pair with your meals, with wine and cheese, or to enjoy by itself. If you're a bread fanatic-- a carb connoisseur, one might say-- like me, you understand why I was so excited.
But when I clicked through to the recipe, the directions weren't for the crock pot. In fact, the only place anyone mentioned the crock pot was in the comments. Le sigh. The bread still sounded amazing, of course, but I had been fooled by a pinner who just decided to tack on "Crock Pot" for one reason or another. Instead of sulking, I decided to try my hand at making my own Rosemary Olive Oil Crock Pot Bread.
What I wound up with was a flavorful, enjoyable loaf with a crispy crust and a super soft inside. I served it to my family with dinner and the bread was gone in a matter of minutes. Granted, I may or may not have eaten half (or more) myself... We don't judge here. Then I made another and tweaked a few things, and it was even better. Unfortunately, I didn't take pictures that time, so let me just tell you that the recipe I'm giving produces bread that is slightly less dense inside than the pictures appear, but even softer and more delicious. It's a minor but change but one you'll appreciate, I'm not deceiving you. Promise.
This is a great anytime loaf of bread, it doesn't require a stand mixer, and you don't have to heat your house or use up oven space while you prepare dinner (except for an optional 3-5 minute trip under the broiler to darken up the crust, but trust me, that short time isn't going to heat up the house). Does it get any better than that? You can take your time to answer... in the mean time, I'm just gonna throw together another loaf.
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Rosemary Olive Oil Crock Pot Bread
- Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
Description
This Rosemary Olive Oil Crock Pot Bread has the same flavors as the Macaroni Grill favorite, but is made in the Crock Pot so you don't have to heat up the whole house. Best of all, it's extremely easy to make, and you don't even need a stand mixer!
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 1 packet dry active yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
- ¼ cup fresh rosemary, chopped, divided
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt, divided
You will also need:
- Parchment paper
- Paper towels
- Crock Pot
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 10 minutes. The mixture should become bubbly.
- Stir in half of the salt (½ teaspoon), half of the rosemary (2 tablespoons), the 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and all of the flour. Mix until fully combined. Work it together with your hands, if necessary.
- Lightly grease a large bowl and place the dough in. Cover it with a kitchen towel and leave the dough in a warm, draft-free area. Let it sit and rise for 1 hour.
- Remove the dough from the bowl and gently roll it into a ball on a floured surface. Let it sit for another 20 minutes.
- Set the crock pot to high. Line the crock pot with two pieces of parchment paper, leaving at least 2 inches hanging out of each side of the crock pot. Place the dough in the crock pot and sprinkle it with the remaining salt and rosemary.
- Drape paper towels over the top of the crock pot and then place the lid on. This should capture any moisture that would sit on the lid and prevent it from dripping back onto your bread.
- Cook the bread for 2 hours, and remove from the crock pot. It will most likely still be a bit pale on the outside. It tastes great this way, but I like to put mine on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put it under the broiler for a quick 3 - 5 minutes to get a crunchier, darker crust.
- Let cool before slicing. Serve with extra olive oil drizzled on top.
Notes
To line the crock pot with parchment paper, tear off a long piece and place it in the crock pot in a U-shape, and then take another piece and do the same perpendicular to the first piece, so four sides come to the top of the crock pot in different directions and the majority of the inside of the pot is covered with parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 35 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Bread
Emily says
what do you do with the 3 tablespoons of olive oil?
Morgan says
The oil is supposed to be mixed into the bread mixture! Thank you for pointing that out!
April says
Have you ever used wheat flour?
Jim says
Yes, a mix of (2 cups) bread flour and (1 1/2) wheat flour gives a denser loaf.
Karen says
Also, what do you do with the other 1/2 of the rosemary and the other 1/2 of the Salt
Theresa says
Hi ,what you have here is an Italian Focaccia bread recipe. Focaccia is flat bread. Just wanted to point that out guys good luck!
Barbara says
I made and it was excellent
sally cooks says
Thanks for all of your very helpful tips! I too was intrigued by a pin on Pinterest that didn't lead anywhere so I was glad to find your recipe. I recreated my own loaf and it was delicious: http://sallycooks.com/2013/07/11/crock-pot-focaccia-bread/ Will definitely make this again. Thanks much - Sally
Leah says
Could I substitute bread flour and bread machine yeast?
Morgan says
Leah, I did a little research online and it seems that that should work fine, but I can't speak from experience. Let me know after you try it if it all turns out as expected!
Liz says
I can't wait to give this a try! Thanks! <3
Karen says
I too was fooled by the other post! Thank you for posting...and it is vegan to boot! Yay!
Amanda says
Can you fix the recipe so that it tells you to add the olive oil? I just made this and only realized after it was in the crock pot that there was no olive oil in the recipe! You have to read all the comments to find this out, which most folks don't do before they start cooking!
Morgan says
Oh no! I'm so sorry Amanda; I thought I had fixed it already! I'll fix it right now. Thank you, and sorry again about that!
Kathleen L Donofrio says
Where is the gluten-free recipe in the crockpot?? I can't seem to find it
Diane says
My crock pot have two settings low and high. At what setting should I set my crock pot for this recipe. Thank you!
Brenda G Brooks says
I would like to know the gluten-free recipe also!
jaci Hunt says
this seems to have turned out really well except the wax paper stuck to the bottom of the bread ;(
Morgan says
I'm sorry to hear that about the paper-- I'm not sure why that happened. Hopefully it wasn't too bad! I'm glad you enjoyed the bread though!
miazagora says
"Wax paper" is different from "parchment paper."
Barbara says
Parchment paper
Caitlin mf says
I think you may have mistaken wax paper for parchment paper - happens all the time! They are different types of paper. Parchment is for baking/the oven and wax paper is usually for storing gooey items in the fridge or at room temp. For example, if I had a bunch of cinnamon buns that I wanted to store on top of one another, I could put wax paper in between them. I've put wax paper in the oven by mistake plenty of times!
Brenda G Brooks says
There is a difference between "Wax Paper" and Parchment Paper. Parchment paper doesn't have the waxy outside as wax paper does.
jaci Hunt says
sorry I meant parchment paper haha. Just read my comment - the paper stuck to the bottom just a bit.
Dene says
Sorry but I'm not sure how to line the crock pot with parchment paper! Can you explain, please?
Morgan says
Just tear off a long piece and place it in the crock pot in a U-shape, and then take another piece and do the same perpendicular to the first piece, so four sides come to the top of the crock pot in different directions and the majority of the inside of the pot is covered with parchment paper. I hope that makes sense... if not I'll try to explain it differently!
Adrienne says
Morgan, for those who need clarification on parchment paper placement in crockpot, a series of three photos would help them! Lookung forward to trying this!
Tess says
Oh my gosh thank you! I was so sad when I lucked on to the one (probably the same one as you) that said it was for the crock pot but wasn't! I cannot wait to try this bread!
Morgan says
I know, it was such a bummer! I hope you enjoy it!
Ginger says
Good evening, Like most everyone else here, I too was duped by the other "crock pot" bread. Can't was to try this one... Thanks! My question is about the parchment paper... What if I don't have any? I currently am living in China and often can't find this kind if thing (most people don't even have ovens here as everything is prepared stove top). So, what if I skip that step? Does anyone know what will happen to my precious bread?
Morgan says
Ginger,
I wasn't aware that most people don't have ovens in China-- how interesting! Anyway, the purpose of the parchment paper is to ensure that your bread doesn't stick to the crock pot and you can easily pull it out. Instead, generously grease the bowl of the crock pot with oil or nonstick cooking spray. Your bread may crisp up slightly more on the sides as a result, but besides that, you should get basically the same result!
Ginger says
Thanks so much! I kinda assumed that was the case, but I wanted to make sure I wasn't missing some crucial bit of information. I can't wait to try it! I'm off to find myself some flour now. I love cooking and baking, but it's much more of a task here than it was in the States.
Morgan says
Best of luck with finding everything and making it work, Ginger! Let me know how everything turns out for you.
Ginger says
Well, I finally got time to make this bread yesterday. It was a HIT!!! And apparently all my Pinterest followers who've also seen and pinned it will now be making it. I had no problems without the parchment paper. I just spread a bit of EVOO in my crockpot and everything was just fine. Thanks so much for this recipe. It was so easy that now I'm wondering what other varieties of bread I can make in there. 🙂
Morgan says
That's great, Ginger! So happy to hear everything wound up working out for you. I'm curious to find out what other breads would work well in the crock pot, too. I'll try to come up with some recipes, and if you think of anything, let me know!
Stacy says
Spray and then dust with cornmeal.
Ali K. says
I was hesitant to try but this turned out GREAT! Thanks for such a simple recipe!
Morgan says
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Ali! Thanks for commenting!
Theresa says
Hi I yried tbis today with Robin Hood gluten free glour, since your recipe had said it was easy to use gf flour. I made the dough as instructed but had to add more water and even so it was like a biscuit dough maybe not AT ALL like bread dough. Didn't rise at all ( yeast did proof) and aftet 2 hrs cooking was still raw in centre and was like a heavy rock. Absolutely awful! Why didn't this work with gf flour like you said it would? Help!
Morgan says
Hi Theresa. I didn't say anywhere in the recipe that it would be easy to use gf flour-- in the comments I do say that I have never attempted this with gluten free flour, but give tips on how I would try to sub it in. Perhaps you're mistaking someone else's comments for mine. I'm sorry that it didn't work out for you, but there are some suggestions from other commenters on this post on how to make a gluten free version that, according to them, was quite good-- so hopefully those could help you out! Sorry I can't be of more help.
Kaitlin F. says
Crock pot bread? Sold. Also, i really appreciate those little notes like, instead of 1 packet of yeast, the measured amount. very helpful, thank you. I am SO EXCITED to do this. It's fall here now, and I LOVE my crock pot in the fall because it makes the closed up house smell so wonderful as you walk in with slightly red cheeks from the crisp air........ sigh. The best. Making this tonight. and tomorrow. and a gillion other times i'm sure. Christmas dinner? done. thank you thank you thank you!
Morgan says
Thanks for the great comment, Kaitlin. I totally feel you on fall crock pot recipes... they're just perfect. I hope you enjoy!
Kaitlin F. says
I've made this bread three times now, and it's wonderful. We have also been eating it with parm cheese/garlic powder/red pepper flake/rosemary olive oil dip (like not your average joe's dip). Always makes my house smell amazing too!
Morgan says
The dip sounds great, Kaitlin! I'll have to try that next time!
Cara says
Tried it this afternoon and it turned out really well! The only issue I found was that my crock pot had a hot spot and thus one side got a lot darker then the other. Note to self for next time: turn the insert part way through. Thanks for posting this!
Morgan says
Thanks for commenting, Cara! Happy to hear you liked it despite the hot spot issue!
Laura Rhodes says
Thanks so much for the post! Some people cook on high...I was wondering how cooking it on low is compared to those who cook on high. Another cracked the lid open with a wooden spoon toward the end. I haven't done it yet, but plan to soon. Also, how did you get that "print" button to work-like if I wanted to put something like that on my blog? To get a printable recipe. That was nice.
Blessings, Laura R.
(Rhodes Creations)
Morgan says
I couldn't personally tell you how cooking on low compares, but hopefully someone can weigh in on that if they've tried it. The print button is from the WordPress Plug-In "Easy Recipe"! Thank you, Laura.
Michelle says
What size crock pot are you using for this recipe? I have a smaller one (maybe 3 quarts?) but I assume you're using a larger one.
Morgan says
I have two crock pots, the one I used for this recipe was pretty average in size. You should be able to do it with a small one, although your bread may turn out denser or darker around the edges (but that's not necessarily a bad thing)!
Kat says
Has anyone doubled the recipe, if so what would the crockpot cooking time be
maria says
I'm sorry to say this came out terrible. The dough wasn't smooth, kinda flour-ery. I had high hopes .Not sure I want to try it again. I loved the idea though.
Morgan says
I'm sorry to hear that, Maria! This can sometimes be an issue with measuring flour by cups rather than weight-- how much flour you use depends on how densely packed your cups are. If you ever do try it out again (or any other dough-related recipe) and your dough isn't the right consistency, add more of the liquid ingredients until your dough is nice and smooth. Unfortunately there are always variables in dough-making like the weather, temp of the ingredients, density of ingredients, etc. so it takes a bit of practice to get used to. I can't say for sure that is what the issue was, but that's my best guess. Again, I'm sorry to hear it didn't work out well for you =(
beth says
Do you think this could be made in a bread machine?
Morgan says
Beth, I'm really not sure, as I've never used a bread machine. I'm curious though, so if you give it a go please let me know how it turns out!
Jackie says
Has anyone tried dried herbs instead of fresh? Just looking at my current cupboard stock with a snowstorm coming.
Jackie says
Also, what about using those crockpot liners instead of parchment? Anyone?
Jackie says
Sorry, I don't know how to delete. The dried herbs were fine; next time I will add some Parmesan cheese to the top before broiling. Also, the crockpot liner=awesome.
Dani says
Did you use thee same amount of dried rosemary as the recipe called for?thanks!
Margaret says
wonderful bread, thank you for the recipe, Soooo good!
Julie says
I am gluten sensitive. Is there an alternative to the general purpose flour that I could use the make the bread gluten free? Rice flour for example?
Morgan says
I don't have any experience making GF bread, so I don't want to steer you in the wrong direction here, but I don't see why you couldn't sub in a GF flour alternative-- as long as you make sure to use the proper substitution ratio for whatever you decide to use. For example, if you use rice flour, you're going to want to use slightly less than the recipe calls for. Probably closer to 3 1/4 cups.
Jennifer says
I just made this gluten free with Urad (black lentil) flour 1C. White Rice Flour 1C, Tapioca Starch 1C. Garbanzo Flour 1/2 C. 1Tbsp Guar Gum, and 1 tsp psyllium husk. The rest was the same, and it is THE BEST gluten free bread I have tried so far! So good! I got the urad flour in the Indian flour section of No Frills grocery store for a much better price than other gf flours, so I was looking for something to try it on.
TJ says
Gluten free flour substitutions can be made easily with weight measurements - as most gluten free flours are heavier than wheat based flours. If someone can give us a weight measurement of the cup amount of wheat flour in the recipe the conversion is simple (though I'd probably use some sort of binder such as psyllium powder/husks or gum (xantham or guar as well). I might give it a go - but I'll need someone to weigh wheat flour as I don't have any in the house!! TJ
Linda says
this was GREAT! so glad you came up with this...we didn't even bother to use the boiler with it. so good.
Morgan says
That's great to hear, Linda! Thanks for commenting =)
Linda says
this bread has become my everyday bread. I hope you don't mind but I shared it on Sparkspeople I gave you credit for it..
Morgan says
I don't mind at all, thanks for sharing it!
Julie says
Have you ever used this recipe and tried making a cinnamon/ raisin bread?
Morgan says
I haven't, but that sounds like a great idea!
Winnie says
How warm is "warm water"???? Thanks!
Morgan says
105-110 is the perfect temperature, but if you're not exactly in that range, you'll be fine. You just don't want the water to be too hot, or it will kill the yeast, and too cold won't activate it.
Christiane says
This bread is SO good. I just tried it for the first time and it came out perfectly fine. I only used 2 Tbsp of olive oil, added minced olives and used thyme instead of rosemary - it took 2 hours and 25 minutes to bake it. It's super fluffy inside but has a perfectly crunchy crust. The paper towel trick worked really well, in addition I wiped off the moisture a few times. Now I am already thinking about the variations I could try next: sundried tomatoes & pine nuts, roasted onions & red pepper flakes, or maybe cinnamon and raisins with canola oil instead of olive oil? Anyway, thank you very much for sharing this recipe! 🙂
Jenna says
Is this bread good for sandwiches?
Morgan says
I have never used it for sandwiches, personally, but I don't see why it wouldn't work. It is a denser bread though, unlike typical sandwich bread, so just keep that in mind!
sofiajr says
Hello! Just a quick question - what size crockpot did you use? I have a ridiculously large one. Do you think this would work or should I 1 1/2 the recipe? Thanks!
Morgan says
I have never used a large crock pot to make this, so I don't know if it will have an impact on the bread or its shape, but I'm leaning towards it not making a huge difference. If you do try it (either with the original ratio or 1 1/2x), please let me know how it goes. Also, if anyone else has used a large crock pot to make this recipe, please feel free to comment with your insight!
Karen says
I have made this bread once and am about to make it again. This bread is very tasty! It tastes best while still warm dipped in olive oil and herbs like in some Italian restaurants. I followed directions completely with the exception of wanting it to have a saltier flavor, so I added the whole tsp of salt into the bread and sprinkled some on top before it started baking. I lightly brushed the top with some olive oil after placing it in the crock pot, and that helped the top brown slightly. Great way to make bread in the summer without heating up the house!!! Thanks for sharing a great bread recipe!
Sara says
This turned out really good! I made it tonight. Thanks!
Morgan says
Glad to hear it, Sara!
Denise Womack says
Made your crock pot rosemary bread today and it turned out very well. Delicious tender bread in about 3 hours. I'm anxious to try it with different herbs and seasonings. Thanks for the recipe. It'll be a keeper in my kitchen.
Morgan says
So glad to hear it, Denise!
Julianna says
This sounds delicious and so easy! Do you think I could use this same recipe and bake in a dutch oven (Le Creuset)? I don't have a crockpot or a bread maker 🙁
Morgan says
I've never tried it in a dutch oven but I'd think it would work. If you try it, please report back with results!! =)
aspen says
Do you cook it on high or low in the crock pot
Morgan says
High =)
Cescily says
just a comment for those wondering about using a bread maker- I had no issues there- I set it on the basic white bread setting and used 1.5 pound loaf (I just guessed). I also used dried rosemary- it came out great!
Mel says
Can you make this recipe in a regular oven and how?
Noelle says
I keep nibbling on this bread so much I don't even know how much will be left to go with dinner! This is the first time I've made bread in the crock pot and it turned out great 🙂 I will also assure everyone it is pretty much fool proof because this morning I had the bad idea to start making it pre-coffee and accidentally added in the flour with the yeast mixture before letting it foam! Even with that it still came out. That's a good recipe.
Morgan says
Haha I'm so glad to hear it, Noelle!!
Jess says
I did not have a chance to go thru all the comments but can you sub GF flour??
Morgan says
I have never tried using GF flour for this recipe. Please let me know how it turns out if you try it!
Dragana@ About Healthy Food says
This is a great recipe. I love rosemary and olive oil, those are amazing Mediterranean flavors. Thank you for inspiration. I really enjoy your site 🙂
Kathy G says
Is it possible to skip the bowl and let this rise in the crock pot ?
Morgan says
I think that would work alright, but I haven't tried it myself. If you go that route, please let me know if it goes well for you.
Barb says
When I saw this recipe I thought no way you can make bread in a crockpot!! I love making bread and do so the old fashion way. I tried this today and I applaud this recipe with a standing ovation! It's crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. I am so thrilled and love this bread and I will be making many more loaves in my crockpot.
Kristi says
This recipe turned out perfect. I replaced the sugar with honey and it turned out looking just like the picture. Love crockpot cooking, the bread was amazing!!! Thank you for a perfect recipe! Instructions were right on!
Taylor. M. April says
Looks delicious. 🙂 Can I also use almond or coconut oil for this?
Morgan says
I've never tried it myself so I can't really say, but if you do try it please let me know your results!
Lisa says
I'm hoping to try this recipe later this weekend. Looks fantastic and sounds like it has been a hit with many viewers. I'm wondering if you have a recipe for dipping the bread into some flavored olive oil like in the picture?
Morgan says
The top photo is from the 2nd post (there's a link at the very top) and it has the olive oil dip recipe-- it's at https://hostthetoast.com/rosemary-olive-oil-crock-pot-bread-take-2-plus-recipe-olive-oil-herb-dip/ =) Hope you enjoy it
Stanislava says
I have a question.Do you need a xanthan gum in the flour??
Morgan says
No, xanthan gum is not necessary! =)
Kelly says
is there cheese on top? Could you tell me how you made it like that? Top it before broiling, maybe? Thank you!
Morgan says
No cheese on top here! However, you definitely could add some cheese on top before broiling if you'd like!!
Osmond Naylor says
This is something new to me but I shall have a bash. At a recent food festival I bought some smoked sea salt. Which has a lovely warming flavour and I wonder how this salt would be in this recipe. I shall attempt the recipe as presented then compare it with the smoked.
Angelis says
Just tried this today! It came out amazing! Thanks for sharing! Tomorrow I'm gonna try honey oat.
kath says
I can't help but wonder if you were to let the bread rise a second time in the crockpot before cooking it if you wouldn't get a better rise? Just a thought
Layla says
I just found this recipe on Pinterest and I was wondering if you could use a bread mix for this. I have a bag full of it but I don't have a proper bread pan so I can't bake it in the oven, baking it in my crockpot would be awesome.
Morgan says
I've never tried using bread mix but I'd be interested to hear your results if you do give it a go!
Dr. Chantal says
Maybe I missed it, but I though you mentioned a gluten free option? I'm just learning to bake gluten free and am not sure what to substitute.
Jennie says
There are many sites that are strictly GF recipes. I’m sure you can find one that gives the different flours needed to make this substitution. Please read them carefully! All substitutions are not equal! As me how I know…ha! But GF bread is spectacular and I’m certain this wonderful recipe would be as well.
Good luck...although I'm sure you've found the perfect substitutions by now!
Wynne says
This recipe sounds great. Could I use aluminum foil instead of parchment paper?
Lisa M says
This sounded so yummy, but I didn't want to go through all of the mixing. I made mine in my bread machine and it came out beautifully. The only prep work was to let the yeast, warm water and sugar do their thing and then I added everything (rosemary) to the machine and pushed the button. Yummy
Jonah says
Gonna steal some of my neighbors rosemary and make this bread when I get home tonight 🙂
thanks for the recipe!
Sandra T says
I don't have a crock pot, but i do have a dutch oven . Can I use that instead? If so, how would i do it?
Recipe looks good by the way.
Janine says
My crock pot only has high or low. What should I put it on to cook for 2 hours?
Lo says
What are the measurements to make this gluten free? How many extra eggs or xantham gum do you need to add? Really looking forward to trying this!
Jennie says
Hi Lo! There are many sites that are strictly GF recipes. I'm sure you can find one that gives the different flours needed to make this substitution. Please read them carefully! All substitutions are not equal! As me how I know...ha! But GF bread is spectacular and I'm certain this wonderful recipe would be as well. Good luck!
Kristen Stevens says
House smells amazing! Still need to try it but it sure looks good. Made to go with artichoke dip for a mingle. A few things: I didn't have fresh rosemary so I used dried from my spice cupboard. I used about the same amount, I didn't really measure, probably used 1 1/2 TBS. Also, I'm a dork and started this 8:00 at night when I'm drop dead tired ready for bed at 10:00. Do I stay up until midnight? I decided to wrap in plastic wrap and put dough in the fridge overnight. This morning I turned on the slow cooker and let it heat up while my bread sat out for 20 min. warming up. It still turned out perfect! If you broil, don't walk away and get distracted by Facebook! I accidentally made the bread crispier than I wanted to 🙁 Watch your bread carefully for a perfect golden brown.
I decided I couldn't post my review without trying the bread. I thought it was a bit too much Rosemary, my husband said it was perfect. Perfectly chewy inside and crunchy on the outside. Yum! Will make again! It tastes great with artichoke dip as well (1 C fresh grated Parmesan cheese, 1C sour cream, 8 oz or 1 C cream cheese, 1 14oz can artichokes-drained, 5 or more garlic cloves, cayenne, salt and pepper, Blend together in food processor, bake 350 for 1 hour). Mmm Mmm Mmm yummy!
I want to try adding whole cloves of garlic to the bread next time.
Colleen says
I made this today It was a BIG hit in our house.
Chey says
Can you please, tell me the size of crock pot used? I have a small 2qt round one and a 6qt oblong. I may have to got out and buy another based on your response. Not a bad thing, though as I've been wanting a 3 or 4qt round pot for a while. 🙂 I hope I'm not too late with my question for an answer. Thank you.
Morgan says
I've made this in several different sized crock pots, not sure if I ever used a 2 quart one though-- that one could possibly be slightly too small (although I'm tempted to say that it will work fine). The 6 quart one would definitely be fine as long as you don't mind that the bread will also be oblong shaped!
Rochelle Winston Davies says
So should the crockpot setting be on high or low? I can't see where it says in the directions.
Danielle says
The crockpot setting is high.
Danielle says
I've made this bread twice now. Delicious! The first time, I followed the recipe as posted. The second time I got creative and added some raisins, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, chia seeds and sunflower seeds. It's great toasted with jam in the morning.
Robin Duncan says
I made this yesterday and it was really really good. Followed recipe as written and it was delicious. Soft on the inside, a bit crunchy on the outside. The family devoured it. Who would have thought that you could cook bread this good in the crockpot. It was also plain easy to make.
Caroline says
Very easy to make. I had to make another lo because my teenagers ate the first one before I got a slice!
Stephanie says
Made this tonight to go with my sisters cream of broccoli and cheese soup it was amazing.
Kirsty says
Made this last night and just had a slice, it's absolutely beautiful and really easy as I'm a total amateur. Thanks for sharing the recipe
Morgan says
I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed it =) Thank you for letting me know, Kirsty!
Lyn says
Because I was SUPER lazy today, I just made this in the BREAD MACHINE! And it turned out fabulous! I made it exactly from the recipe you posted above.....added the wet ingredients first, and the dry ingredients on top, threw it all in the bread maker and turned it on and walked away! My family thinks I'm a hero! Thanks so much for sharing!! 🙂
Morgan says
That's awesome to hear, Lyn! Thank you for commenting!
Shauna says
How could you make this recipe gluten free? GF flour?
Suzi Robinson says
what other herbs can I use instead of Rosemary....I am not a huge fan.
marie W says
This recipe came up when I search for gluten free bread. Do you think this could work as a gluten free bread. I love the idea it can be made in the crockpot.
Morgan says
I've never tried it, but if you do please let me know what you think!
Morgan says
I've never tried it, but if you do please let me know what you think!
Chey says
I am looking forward to making this recipe. Thank you for posting this! Can you tell me what size crock pot needs to be used? I have a 6 qt. oblong one and a small 2 qt one. Which would you suggest I use? Or do I need to purchase a 4 qt or something els? Thank you, again.
Wendy says
Made this yesterday. I didn't have parchment paper so I sprayed some foil. Worked excellent and the bread turned out great. My first time making bread in the crock pot. Will definitely be making this one again.
Nola says
I want to make this bread soooobadly, BUT the recipe is included in a list of gluten free recipes BUT the recipe calls for all purpose flour. Hmmm? Is it gluten free or not? If gluten free, what flour did you use, please.
Morgan says
I'm not sure why it was included in a list of gluten-free recipes (I didn't submit it, but if you send me the link I can let the author of the article know), but you can make this with gluten-free flour. I like King Arthur's gluten-free flour!
Susan says
I have a one quart crock pot. I have no idea if the bread will fit or how big it is when finished..... can you give some more specifics?
carol a alexander says
I used an older 3 quart and it turned out fine. I would guess a 1 quart may be to small.
I also added 4 teaspoons of crushed garlic before putting it in the crock pot,
I also brushed the bread with an egg white before broiling. It turned out a nice golden color. Good luck!
Gabrielle says
I had to make this recipe with Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour. It was so nice to eat bread again. The texture was nearly perfect and it tasted so good. I'm going to have to refrain from making it every week!