Activate yeast mixture:

In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; whisk together and let sit until frothy, 5-7 minutes.

Mix dough ingredients:

Into the yeast mixture, add flour, salt, and olive oil; stir and fold until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms.

Grease crockpot insert:

Coat the crockpot's ceramic insert lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Spread dough in crockpot:

Place the dough into the greased crockpot; use a spatula or your hands to spread it evenly across the bottom.

Cook bread on high:

Put the lid on and cook on high until the bread has risen and turned golden, about 2 hours. To test for doneness, insert a toothpick or knife into the center; it should come out clean, and the exterior should be golden and slightly crisp.

Remove bread from crockpot:

Using parchment paper or a spatula, carefully lift the bread from the crockpot and move it to a cooling rack.

Cool bread before slicing:

Allow the bread to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing to let internal moisture stabilize and prevent crumbling.