Dutch Oven No-Knead Crusty Bread
An easy, no-knead bread recipe that results in a crusty exterior and soft, chewy interior, perfect for beginners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 packet yeast (active dry, instant, or quick rise – 2.25 teaspoons)
- 1/2 tablespoon fine grain salt
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose or bread flour (more if needed)
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 100°F)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the warm water, yeast, and salt until dissolved. Add flour and stir until a sticky dough forms. Add more flour if too wet or more water if too dry.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 2-3 hours until doubled.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside.
- Scrape dough onto floured parchment paper, shape into a loaf, and make slits on top if desired.
- Place dough in the Dutch oven and cover. Bake for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Let the bread cool completely before slicing for better texture. Measure ingredients accurately for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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