Description
Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread is a game-changer for bread lovers seeking an easy yet rewarding baking experience. With minimal effort, you can create a stunning artisan loaf that boasts a golden, crispy crust and a soft, chewy interior. This no-knead recipe requires just 5 minutes of active prep time and about 3 hours total, making it perfect for spontaneous baking or planned gatherings. Enjoy this versatile bread fresh with butter, as the base for gourmet sandwiches, or alongside hearty soups and salads. Whether you’re a novice or experienced baker, this simple method will yield impressive results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups warm water (about 100°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2.25 teaspoons)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fine grain salt
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the warm water, yeast, and salt until mostly dissolved.
- Add the flour all at once and stir until a sticky dough forms—no need to overmix.
- Cover the bowl and let it rise in a warm spot for 2-3 hours until doubled.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside for about 30 minutes.
- Scrape the dough onto floured parchment paper, shape it into a loaf, and place it floured side up.
- Optionally score the top with a sharp knife.
- Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven using the parchment paper.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 35 minutes; then remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg