This Air Fryer Bread recipe is a simple way to make homemade bread that's light and fluffy, and full of flavor. And truly, is there anything better than homemade bread? The smell, the butter as it melts onto the tender crumb, and the crisp crust. It's perfection.
AIR FRYER BREAD RECIPE
This homemade bread recipe is simple and fun to make with the whole family. Making bread is a skill that is beneficial for everyone to learn. And with the ease of the air fryer, you can teach the whole family how to make perfect bread over and over again.
Enjoy a nice slice of toast for breakfast with jam or dip it in a warming, creamy soup for dinner. It's versatile and can be enjoyed in so many different ways. We love to use this bread to make sandwiches.
We have found that an air fryer is a great tool for making all sorts of baked goods. It gives you a crispy texture on the outside, but a soft crumb on the inside. For more air fryer baked goods, check out our recipe for Air Fryer Chocolate Glazed Donuts or Air Fryer Pumpkin Spice Bites.
With just a few simple ingredients, plus a few hours of proofing, you will never want to buy store-bought bread again. And if you love using the air fryer for quick breakfast ideas, check out this recipe for Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes.
INGREDIENTS FOR AIR FRYER BREAD
Milk and Water: I love the combination of milk and water for sandwich bread– it adds a bit of richness but still gives a light and fluffy crumb. We’re using warm milk and water because yeast is more active when the dough is warm.
Butter: Butter also adds richness and delicious flavor to the bread.
Granulated Sugar: Granulated sugar is food for the yeast. Don’t worry– this isn’t a sweet bread.
Instant Yeast: Yeast is what makes our bread rise. I’m using instant yeast so if you use active dry, make sure to bloom it in warm water with granulated sugar (for about 5 minutes) before adding the rest of the ingredients
Flour: Flour gives the dough structure. I’m using all-purpose flour but bread flour would also be great if you have it on hand!
Kosher Salt: Kosher salt seasons the bread so it isn’t bland.
Egg Wash: An egg wash helps the top of the bread become golden brown and shiny.
If you have any questions about Air Fryer Bread, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER BREAD
- Add the water, milk, butter, granulated sugar, and instant yeast to the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk to combine.
- Next add the flour and salt to the bowl. Use the dough hook attachment to mix the dough on low speed until it forms a ball.
- Increase the speed to medium-low and knead the dough until it is soft and tacky. If the dough sticks to the bowl at any point while kneading, just sprinkle in another tablespoon of flour.
- Lightly oil your hands and remove the dough from the hook and bowl. Shape the dough into a smooth ball.
- Lightly grease a 6” round pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. Place the dough in the pan and then set it in a warm place to rise until doubled in size.
- Brush the top of the bread with the egg wash and place the pan in your air fryer basket. Bake as directed.
- Then carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan and remove the bread. Place the bread back into the air fryer and cook until the bottom is lightly browned and the bread sounds hollow when you knock on it.
- Allow the bread to cool completely. Then slice and enjoy.
These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for Air Fryer Bread, please see the recipe below.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH AIR FRYER BREAD
This Air Fryer Bread is perfect for brunch with a side of Air Fryer Sausage Patties and Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash. Invite friends and family over and share this meal together, because brunch is meant to be enjoyed with those you love, right?
WILL BREAD BURN IN AN AIR FRYER?
To avoid burning, lower the rack in your Air Fryer or the bread could get overcooked and the top may burn.
HOW CAN I TELL IF THE INSIDE OF THE BREAD IS FULLY COOKED?
Tap the bottom of the loaf and it should sound hollow. If you have a thermometer, it should register 200 F internally when done.
HOW DO I STORE AIR FRYER BREAD?
Air Fryer Bread can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature, or frozen in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow the bread to come to room temperature before toasting if frozen.
CAN I MAKE AIR FRYER BREAD WITHOUT A STAND MIXER?
If you don’t have a stand mixer, don’t worry! Just make steps 1 and 2 in a large bowl with a wooden spoon or a bread dough whisk (not a regular batter whisk). Then knead the dough by hand for 5-8 minutes and continue with the recipe as written.
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Air Fryer Bread
Equipment
- 1 Stand Mixer This recipe can be made without a stand mixer, just knead by hand.
- 1 Air fryer You can use any Air Fryer you like, just check the internal temperature to make sure it is fully cooked.
Ingredients
- ½ cup warm water
- ½ cup warm milk
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 packet instant yeast 2¼ teaspoons
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 egg beaten with a splash of water
- 2.5 c all purpose flour
Instructions
- Add the water, milk, butter, granulated sugar, and instant yeast to the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk to combine.
- Next, add the flour and salt to the bowl. Use the dough hook attachment to mix the dough on low speed (Kitchenaid #2) until it forms a ball– about 1 minute.
- Increase the speed to medium-low (Kitchenaid #4) and knead the dough until it is soft and tacky– about 3-5 minutes. If the dough sticks to the bowl at any point while kneading, just sprinkle in another tablespoon of flour.
- Lightly oil your hands and remove the dough from the hook and bowl. Shape the dough into a smooth ball.
- Lightly grease a 6” round pan (I’m using springform but a regular cake pan will also work) with butter or nonstick cooking spray. Place the dough in the pan and then set it in a warm place to rise until doubled in size– about 1.5 hours.
- Brush the top of the bread with the egg wash and place the pan in your air fryer basket. Air fry at 340ºF/171ºC for 15 minutes, or until the top of the bread is golden brown.
- Then carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan and remove the bread. Place the bread back into the air fryer and cook for another 12-15 minutes, or until the bottom is lightly browned and the bread sounds hollow when you knock on it.
- Allow the bread to cool completely. Then slice and enjoy.
Notes
Nutrition
Air Fryers can vary greatly. Please take the time to learn your specific air fryer. You may need to adjust times and temperatures based upon your air fryer. All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.
