Description
Discover the easiest way to bake homemade artisan bread with this no-knead bread recipe. Using only four simple ingredients—flour, salt, yeast, and water—this hands-off method delivers a crusty, golden loaf with a soft, chewy interior. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers, this recipe requires minimal effort and yields bakery-quality results every time. Whether you’re serving it with soups, stews, or just enjoying it with butter, this bread is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 ½ cups room temperature water
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and yeast. Stir in the water until a shaggy, sticky dough forms. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Place a 6 to 8-quart covered pot (like a Dutch oven) inside to heat for 30 minutes.
- Shape the Dough: Gently scrape the dough onto a well-floured surface and shape it into a ball. Place the dough ball on a piece of parchment paper and cover loosely with plastic wrap.
- Bake the Bread: Carefully transfer the dough and parchment paper into the hot pot. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the bread from the pot and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Flour Variations: Substitute up to 50% whole wheat flour for a heartier loaf.
- Add-Ins: Mix in chopped herbs, shredded cheese, or seeds for extra flavor.
- Storage: Keep the bread in a paper bag or wrapped in a kitchen towel to maintain the crust. Freeze slices for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 500