Description
Easy No Knead Artisan Bread is a game-changer for home bakers seeking a simple yet rewarding way to create warm, crusty loaves without the hassle of kneading. This delightful recipe transforms basic ingredients into a beautiful artisan loaf with a crispy exterior and soft, airy interior. Ideal for family dinners, cozy gatherings, or simply enjoying with butter at home, this bread is sure to impress even the most discerning palates. With minimal hands-on time and an effortless method that requires just mixing, rising, and baking, you can indulge in the joy of freshly baked bread without the mess!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast; mix well.
- Gradually add warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel; let rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours until bubbly and doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F with a Dutch oven inside for about 30 minutes.
- Gently turn the dough onto a floured surface; shape it into a round loaf without overworking.
- Place the dough on parchment paper; cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven; cover with a lid and bake for 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg