No-Knead Bread is a simple artisan-style bread that requires no kneading—just mixing, resting, and baking. The long fermentation develops great flavor and a chewy texture. 🍞
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1½ cups warm water
Instructions
1. Mix the dough
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
Add warm water and mix with a spoon until a shaggy sticky dough forms.
2. First rise (long fermentation)
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid.
Let the dough rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours.
It will become bubbly and doubled in size.
3. Shape the dough
Lightly flour a surface and place the dough on it.
Fold the dough over itself 3–4 times to form a rough ball.
4. Second rise
Place the dough on parchment paper, cover with a towel, and let it rest 30–60 minutes.
5. Preheat oven and pot
Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F) with a Dutch oven or heavy pot inside for about 30 minutes.
6. Bake
Carefully place the dough (with parchment) into the hot pot.
Cover and bake:
- 30 minutes covered
- 10–15 minutes uncovered until golden brown.
7. Cool
Remove and let the bread cool for at least 20–30 minutes before slicing.
Tips for Best Results
- The dough should be sticky; don’t add too much flour.
- A Dutch oven helps create steam for a crispy crust.
- Add extras like olives, garlic, cheese, or herbs for flavor. 🧄🧀🌿
✅ Result: A crispy crust with a soft, airy inside—similar to bakery artisan bread.
If you want, I can also share 3 variations of no-knead bread (cheese, whole wheat, and garlic herb) that are very popular in home baking.
