Description
This air fryer crusty loaf is a quick, no-yeast bread with a golden crust and soft interior, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for when you want fresh, homemade bread without the wait or hassle.
Ingredients
3¾ cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking soda
2 cups buttermilk (or milk + 2 tbsp lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda until well combined.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk.
- Stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms—some dry patches are fine.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and fold the edges toward the center 4–5 times. Do not knead.
- Flip the dough seam-side down and use cupped hands to form it into a smooth ball.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper, making a sling for easy removal. Flatten dough slightly if needed to fit.
- Place the dough in the basket and air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes. Do not open during the first 20 minutes.
- Check for doneness: crust should be golden and the loaf should sound hollow when tapped.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing to allow crumb to set.
Notes
Don’t overmix the dough to avoid a dense loaf.
Check internal temperature (around 200°F) for doneness if unsure.
Add herbs, cheese, or garlic powder for flavor variations.
Use gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.
Substitute plant-based milk and lemon juice for a dairy-free loaf.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
