9 Instant Pot Bread Recipes You KNEAD in Your Life (2024)

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People are raving about the instant pot*. In fact, you could say it’s the greatest thing since sliced bread, which incidentally is one of the many foods in the instant pot that saves you more time, money, and energy than before. Here are the best instant pot bread recipes out there to show you what I mean.

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  • Recommended resources
  • The secret to making bread in the instant pot
  • Whole wheat crunchy bread
  • Savory, gluten-free white bread
  • No knead parmesan bread
  • Sourdough bread
  • Apple bread with salted caramel icing
  • Banana bread
  • Cinnamon walnut sweet potato bread
  • Chocolate chip zucchini bread
  • Bonus! Bread pudding
  • Conclusion

Recommended resources

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The secret to making bread in the instant pot

The yogurt button! It’s a function on your instant pot that you might not be sure how to use. In addition to great instant pot yogurt recipes, use it to make some of these fantastic breads. But don't worry if your instant pot doesn't have the yogurt button, several of these recipes will be made through plain old pressure cooking.

Whole wheat crunchy bread

Soft and chewy on the inside with a crispy crust on the outside, this vegan whole wheat instant pot bread recipe has all the right textures for the perfect bread. Use flax seeds and sunflower seeds to pack extra nutrition and parchment paper so you don’t need to do any dishes. (via Tidbits Marci)

Savory, gluten-free white bread

If you’re craving a more traditional, typical bread, then this tried and tested white bread recipe for the instant pot will be perfect for you. The original recipe uses regular flour, but you can make slight modifications using gluten-free flour and a little more baking soda. I bet you won’t be able to tell the difference between this instant pot gluten-free bread and the regular flour version. (via Hi Pressure Cooking)

No knead parmesan bread

Speaking of savory breads, this one's flavored with parmesan, oregano, and thyme. But really, you are free to season it however you like as long as you use four simple base ingredients for your bread: flour, bread, yeast, and warm water. (via What's Cookin' Chicago)

Rosemary & sea salt bread

If you love the complementary bread served at Italian restaurants as much as I do, then you’re going to want to try this recipe, inspired by the kind served at Macaroni Grill, flavored with rosemary and sea salt. (via Delish Knowledge)

Sourdough bread

Yogurt is what gives this recipe that nice sourdough flavor. This bread works great for sandwiches, toast, and even croutons. Feel free to add garlic or herbs to give the dough some extra flavor. (via Living Sweet Moments)

Apple bread with salted caramel icing

This recipe is perfect for the fall season or Thanksgiving. The aroma of apples, vanilla, and cinnamon won’t be as tortuous to wait for since your bread won’t take long to cook in your instant pot. (via Adventures of a Nurse)

Banana bread

This banana bread in pressure cooker recipe can be eaten for breakfast or as a dessert. You won’t need to add much sugar with the natural sweetness from your ripe bananas. (via That's What Che Said)

Cinnamon walnut sweet potato bread

If you want a paleo- and vegan-friendly bread, then this recipe, which is not overly sweet, would be right up your alley. Use almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour as the base, along with almond milk and coconut oil to keep it healthy. (via Nurture My Gut)

Chocolate chip zucchini bread

Here’s another healthy, lower carb recipe to try. This sweeter bread is actually a cross between zucchini and banana bread. (via 365 Days of Crockpot)

Bonus! Bread pudding

Not technically a bread, but who's complaining? This rich, creamy dessert is perfect during the holidays. (via Simply Happy Foodie)

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Conclusion

Whether you’re choosing to make instant pot bread to save time and money or just to be downright adventurous, you "dough"n't want to miss out on these instant pot bread recipes with some moist, chewy softness.

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Comments

  1. Robbie says

    Is it possible to make biscuits in the IP instead of using the oven? I've been looking all over trying to find anything so now I'm reaching out to find out.

    Reply

    • Sylvia Wu says

      Hi Jean, you can leave the insert pan inside, but have the bread sit on parchment paper. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

  2. Anabel says

    Omg....you had me at apple bread with salted caramel icing. My mouth is drooling and I can just smell this! So excited to give these recipes a try in my instant pot.

    Thanks!

    Reply

    • Sylvia Wu says

      Haha, yes, sweet breads are right up my alley. Thanks for stopping by, Anabel!

      Reply

  3. Cindi says

    I prefer traditional loaf shaped bread. My husband I’d a traditionalist?. Any suggestions what loaf pan will work and is good option on 6 qt duo?

    Thanks,
    Cindi

    Reply

    • Sylvia Wu says

      Hi Cindi,

      Nice, there's something satisfying about bread in loaf form :). Here's a pan that others seem to be using (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/2q2sJYr. Hope this helps and thanks for stopping by!

      Sylvia

      Reply

  4. Bonnie Fitzpatrick-Moore says

    Where can I get your bread cookbook?
    I just revived my Instant Pot reipes?

    I really LOVE using your wonderful Pot!
    Soooo easy to use! But I do always have trouble getting the lid on..

    Reply

    • Sylvia Wu says

      Hi Bonnie,

      Glad you're enjoying the instant pot! Unfortunately, I do not have a bread cookbook, but you might be able to find some great instant pot recipe cookbooks on Amazon that you can access for free with a Kindle membership.

      I agree, it does take a while to get used to getting the lid on, but use it enough and you will 🙂

      Sylvia

      Reply

    • Paula says

      Bonnie Fitzpatrick-Moore, I too had trouble getting the lid on. Make sure the vent is in the back & the arrows that say 'open, close' is in the front where the buttons are. Once you do that you'll never had trouble agan with your lid. Good Luck!

      Reply

  5. Doreen says

    My Instant pot does NOT have a yogurt button, but it does have porridge, steam, others & manual. Which should I use for the sourdough break PLEASE.

    Reply

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9 Instant Pot Bread Recipes You KNEAD in Your Life (2024)

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What foods can you knead? ›

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Can you use an Instant Pot for sourdough starter? ›

Anyhow, in an essence, this is my 36 hour instant pot sourdough starter. The process consists of five feedings (a process of removing and adding more flour to the mixture). I use whole wheat flour, NY tap water, a wooden spoon and a 16 oz mason jar for this.

Can you warm bread in an Instant Pot? ›

Press the Sauté button. You can also warm soups this way; just make sure to watch the pot and stir the soup frequently while it re-heats. Use the glass lid as needed. Slow Cook — Use this feature to re-heat soups, casseroles, sides, and even rolls or bread that you would normally bake to warm up.

What are examples of kneaded bread? ›

Examples of kneaded breads include loaf breads, baguettes, pan rolls and crescent rolls. Learn more at Making Kneaded Breads.

What can I knead bread on? ›

Start with a clean countertop. If called for in your recipe, dust countertop lightly with flour and place the ball of dough down. To knead: Push the heel of your palm into the ball of dough, stretching it away from you.

Can I use dry yeast instead of sourdough starter? ›

Generally, you can substitute a packet of yeast for 100g of sourdough starter. If your recipe uses less than a packet of yeast, you can use less sourdough starter, however it won't make too much difference because of the way wild yeast works.

Are mason jars good for sourdough starter? ›

Mason jars and old sauerkraut jars are popular favorites. Crocks are very traditional. Any of these can be a fine jar to use when you start baking sourdough bread. Don't let finding the perfect jar stop you from baking your first loaves!

Can you proof dough in an Instant Pot? ›

How Instant Pot Bread Proofing Works. Proofing dough is best done at a controlled temperature between 70°F to 90°F, and the Instant Pot's yogurt setting on low hits that right on the mark. (Of course, this would work in any brand of multicooker with a yogurt setting, not just an Instant Pot.)

What cannot be cooked in Instant Pot? ›

6 Things You Should Never Cook in an Instant Pot
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  2. Fried Chicken. The best fried chicken is crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside and perfectly golden brown. ...
  3. Cookies. ...
  4. Burgers. ...
  5. Pie. ...
  6. Steak.

Can I bake directly in the Instant Pot? ›

Not only that—Instant Pots can slow cook, roast, bake, steam, air fry, and dehydrate countless ingredients, helping to create some of the most tasty and memorable dishes.

What does boiling bread before baking do? ›

Boiling breads like bagels and pretzels effectively sets the crust before it goes in the oven. The water doesn't actually penetrate very far into the bread because the starch on the exterior quickly gels and forms a barrier. Bagels are typically boiled for 30-60 seconds on each side.

What is an example of kneading in cooking? ›

In hand kneading, the dough is put on a floured surface, pressed and stretched with the heel of the hand, folded over, and rotated through 90° repeatedly. This process continues until the dough is elastic and smooth. The dough can then be allowed to rise or "prove".

Which food processor can knead dough? ›

Any food processor can knead dough as long as it has a multipurpose metal blade. A special dough blade is an added bonus. A larger model may be best for making dough in a food processor, depending on how many or how large your batches are. For example, KitchenAid brand offers a 13-cup food processor with a dough blade.

What is food kneading? ›

Kneading is the process of working a dough mixture to form a smooth and cohesive mass. It can be done by hand or mechanically. Proper kneading is essential for the formation of dough with adequate viscoelastic properties including: Gas retention capacity. Breads with fine grain, texture and crumb.

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