Description
A simple and delicious crusty bread recipe that requires no kneading, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (around 100°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2.25 teaspoons)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fine grain salt
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the warm water, yeast, and salt until the yeast is completely dissolved.
- Gradually add in the flour all at once and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 120-180 minutes or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside for at least 30 minutes.
- On a floured surface or parchment paper, shape the dough gently and transfer it into the heated Dutch oven.
- Bake it covered for 35-40 minutes; then, uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Once baked, cool on a rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight bag or container at room temperature for up to three days. Freeze slices for up to three months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bread, no knead bread, Dutch oven bread, homemade bread, crusty bread