Easy No Knead Bread
This Easy No Knead bread turns out light and fluffy with a perfectly crisp crust every time!
Equipment
- Dutch oven (or large stock pot and baking sheet)
- Medium cookie sheet (if your Dutch oven lid is not oven safe at 400 F)
- Bread lame (optional)
- Bread whisk
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ⅝ cup warm water (5/8 cup is equal to 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp)
- 1 tbsp seeds (optional)
Instructions
Make the Dough
- Mix the flour, yeast, and salt into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the warm water and mix to combine. This should take less than a minute.
First Rise
- Cover the bowl and keep in a warm-ish area for 12-18 hours.
Work the Dough, Second Rise
- After the first rise, uncover the dough and place onto a well-floured working surface. Fold the dough a few times onto itself until a uniform ball has formed. Transfer this dough to a well-floured piece of parchment paper and place in a clean bowl. Cover lightly and let rest 2 more hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450 with the Dutch oven inside. Once the oven has reached heat, let sit 15 minutes before placing the dough inside the Dutch oven. Cover with lid.
Bake the Bread
- Bake the loaf covered for 30 minutes, then remove the lid. Bake 15 more minutes uncovered.
- Remove from oven and let rest at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Gluten-free? Try a certified gluten-free flour instead!
- Want to Mix it up? Add some seeds of your choice throughout the dough or sprinkle on top before baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 slice**Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 28.5gProtein: 4g
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