Air Fryer Bread
Soft, warm, and fluffy rolls made right in your air fryer—no oven needed! Perfect for beginners and ready in about 35 minutes from start to finish.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cups plain flour do not substitute with self-rising flour
- 2 tablespoons butter use real butter for best results
- 3/4 cup whole milk lukewarm
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or other mild oil
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil use refined for neutral flavor
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast make sure it's fresh
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional, helps activate yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings
- 1 egg for egg wash, optional
- herbs or seeds for topping, optional
Instructions
- Rub butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- In a small saucepan, warm the milk, olive oil, and coconut oil until lukewarm—not hot.
- Add the yeast to the flour and butter mixture. Pour in the warm liquids. Mix by hand to form a dough.
- Knead the dough on a clean surface for about 5 minutes until soft and elastic.
- Place dough into the air fryer basket. Proof at 60°C (140°F) for 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 9 equal portions and shape into rolls. Place them in a greased pan or directly in the basket.
- Let the rolls rest for another 5–10 minutes while the air fryer preheats.
- Brush tops with egg wash if desired for a golden finish.
- Air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm.
Notes
Use leftover rolls for croutons or breadcrumbs. Add herbs, garlic, or cheese for variations.