Best Easy No-Knead Bread (Print Version)

Crusty and airy artisan-style loaf made with simple ingredients and easy, minimal preparation.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
03 - 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
04 - 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together the flour, instant yeast, and salt in a large bowl.
02 - Add the lukewarm water and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.
03 - Cover the bowl tightly and leave at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours, until bubbles appear and the dough doubles in size.
04 - Flour a work surface lightly, turn the dough out, fold over once or twice with floured hands, and shape into a loose ball.
05 - Place dough seam-side down on parchment paper, cover with a towel, and rest 30 to 60 minutes as the oven preheats.
06 - Place a Dutch oven or heavy lidded pot in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C) for at least 30 minutes.
07 - Carefully remove the hot pot, lift dough with parchment paper, and lower both into the pot. Cover with lid.
08 - Bake for 30 minutes with the lid on to trap steam.
09 - Remove lid and continue baking another 15 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp.
10 - Transfer bread to a wire rack and let cool completely before slicing.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Minimal effort required
  • Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts
02 -
  • For added flavor, mix in herbs seeds or roasted garlic before the first rise
  • For a chewier crust spray the dough lightly with water before baking
03 -
  • Use a Dutch oven for best crust
  • Resting time develops flavor and texture
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