Description
This no-knead artisan bread is crusty on the outside, soft and airy on the inside, and incredibly simple to make. With just four ingredients and no kneading required, it's perfect for beginner and seasoned bakers alike.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Pour in the warm water and stir until a sticky, shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours.
- Once the dough is bubbly and rested, turn it out onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a ball using floured hands.
- Place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven (with lid) inside.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven and transfer the dough with the parchment paper into the pot.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer the loaf to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for flavor variations.
Replace 1 cup of all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste.
Mix in shredded cheese, olives, or dried fruits and nuts for a custom loaf.
Store in a paper bag or kitchen towel for up to 2 days; freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes to revive the crust.
A heavy oven-safe pot with a lid can substitute for a Dutch oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
