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Easy No Knead Artisan Bread: A Homemade Crusty Loaf Recipe

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A simple no-knead bread recipe that delivers a crisp crust and open crumb using long fermentation and a Dutch oven. Perfect for home bakers seeking bakery-quality results with minimal effort. Ready in 3–24 hours with just four pantry ingredients.

  • Total Time: 24
  • Yield: 1 loaf (12 slices) 1x

Ingredients

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3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups water
1 1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp instant yeast

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and instant yeast
Add water and stir until a shaggy dough forms
Cover the bowl and let rest at room temperature for 12–24 hours or refrigerate for 24–36 hours
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a round loaf
Let rest for 30–45 minutes
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a Dutch oven inside
Score the loaf and place in the oven
Bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncovered for 15–20 minutes until golden
Cool on a wire rack before slicing

Notes

Fermentation time can be adjusted based on ambient temperature
Use a proofing basket or bowl lined with a floured cloth to shape
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 50
  • Category: Quick Chicken
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American artisan
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 115
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg