Description
Experience the joy of homemade bread with this no knead Dutch oven recipe. With its golden-brown crust and soft, airy interior, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy breakfast or an impressive side dish for guests. Simply mix, let rise overnight, and bake to create a bakery-quality loaf in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, and salt.
- Gradually add lukewarm water while stirring until just combined; do not overmix.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours until bubbly.
- Preheat your Dutch oven in the oven at 450°F (230°C).
- Gently turn out the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
- Carefully transfer the dough onto parchment paper inside the hot Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in herbs or cheese before baking. Ensure your Dutch oven is heavy-bottomed to retain heat effectively. Store leftovers in a paper bag to keep them crisp.