No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread
Ingredients
- 3 call-purpose flour
plus more for shaping
- 2 tspsea salt
- 1 tspactive dry yeast
or ¾ teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 ½ cwarm water
about 110 to 115°f
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt and yeast until well mixed. Pour in warm water and use a wooden spoon to stir until a shaggy dough forms. The mixture will be wet and very sticky to the touch.
- 2
Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place 8 to 18 hours until dough rises, bubbles and flattens on top.
- 3
Heat oven to 450°F. Once oven is preheated, place a 6-quart Dutch oven (with cover) in oven 30 minutes before baking. You can also preheat the Dutch oven with the oven.
- 4
Generously flour a smooth work surface. Turn out the dough onto the floured surface with floured hands or a bowl scraper.
- 5
Dust the top with more flour and working quickly, with floured hands, fold two sides in towards the center then flip over. Re-flour hands and gently shape the dough into a ball by rotating it with both of your hands and pulling it under itself.
- 6
Re-flour your hands and scoop up the dough and place it on a piece of parchment paper and sprinkle top lightly with flour. Top with a sheet of plastic wrap and let rest 30 minutes. Cut the parchment to be just a little larger than the bottom of your Dutch oven, as needed.
- 7
Remove the hot Dutch oven from oven. Uncover dough and carefully transfer to Dutch oven, with the parchment paper beneath. Place the lid on the Dutch oven and return it to oven.
- 8
Bake bread 45 minutes covered, then another 10 to 15 minutes uncovered until dough is baked through and golden brown on top. Cool completely before slicing, at least 1 hour.
No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread
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About this Recipe
Craving the aroma and taste of freshly baked artisan bread but intimidated by complex recipes? Our No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread is here to transform your kitchen into a bakery with astonishing ease! This truly is the easiest bread you'll ever bake, proving that incredible flavor doesn't require hours of kneading or a professional baker's touch. What makes this simple bread recipe so special? It all comes down to just three essential ingredients and a magical overnight rise. The magic of the Dutch oven creates the perfect steamy environment, mimicking a professional bakery oven. The result is a loaf with an unbelievably crusty and crunchy outside, giving way to a wonderfully soft and chewy inside. Forget complicated steps; this easy homemade bread lets time and a few simple components do all the work for you. To achieve that perfect golden crust and airy interior, a few simple tips can help. Ensure your warm water is just right to activate the yeast, and don't rush the rising process – patience is key for that signature texture. This versatile no-knead bread is fantastic served with almost anything. Slice it thick for dipping into olive oil, pair it with hearty soups or stews, or enjoy it as a rustic base for bruschetta. You can even experiment by adding a sprinkle of rosemary or a handful of cheese to the dough for a delicious variation on this classic easy homemade bread. Get ready to impress yourself and your family with this delightful, effortless artisan bread!