Crusty No-Knead Bread Baked in a Dutch Oven
A rustic no-knead Dutch oven bread with a crisp golden crust and a soft, airy interior. This simple artisan-style loaf requires minimal hands-on effort and delivers bakery-quality results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 13 hours
- Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings)
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add the warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.
- Cover and let rise for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place a Dutch oven with its lid in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
- Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and continue baking for 10 to 15 minutes, until deeply golden and crusty.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Bread flour can be used for a chewier texture.
- Allow the loaf to cool fully for the best crumb structure.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This bread pairs well with soups, stews, and sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
