Dutch Oven No Knead Bread
This Dutch Oven No Knead Bread is an easy, foolproof recipe that requires just 5 minutes of prep! With no kneading needed, it creates a bakery-style artisan loaf with a crispy golden crust and a soft, airy center.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt table or kosher
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast or active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water about 100°F
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and salt. Stir in flour until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 2 hours at room temperature. (Refrigerate for up to 7 days if needed.)
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place a Dutch oven inside to heat for at least 30 minutes.
- Using parchment paper, gently shape the dough into a rough loaf. No kneading needed!
- Transfer the dough (with parchment) into the preheated Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bread cool before slicing. Enjoy your crispy, artisan-style no-knead bread!
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the dough rest in the fridge overnight before baking.
- Substitute 1 cup of whole wheat flour for a heartier loaf.
- If using active dry yeast, let it dissolve in warm water for 5 minutes before mixing.
- To store, keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.