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No Knead Bread

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๐Ÿž Experience the simplicity of No Knead Bread, perfect for fresh, homemade loaves without the fuss of traditional kneading.
โณ This recipe offers easy overnight preparation or a quicker 2-hour version, delivering soft, crusty bread with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 18 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x

Ingredients

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3 1/4 cups (425 grams) all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons fine sea salt

1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast

1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110ยฐF)

3 1/4 cups (430 grams) all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons fine sea salt

1 teaspoon honey or granulated sugar

1 (7-gram) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

1 1/3 cups warm water (about 110ยฐF)

Instructions

1-Combine flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add warm water and stir until fully mixed, resulting in a loose, shaggy dough.

2-Cover and let rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.

3-Transfer to a well-floured surface and fold the dough over itself multiple times to form a round ball, adding flour if sticky.

4-Lightly flour the top, place dough smooth side up on parchment paper, shape into an even circle, cover loosely, and let rest while preheating the oven and Dutch oven.

5-Preheat oven to 450ยฐF and place the Dutch oven inside for 20-30 minutes.

6-Carefully transfer dough with parchment into the hot Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 30 minutes.

7-Remove lid and bake for an additional 10 to 20 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp.

8-Cool the bread on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

1-Mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast; add warm water and stir until combined to form a loose dough.

2-Cover and let dough rise at room temperature for 1 hour until doubled in size.

3-Proceed with shaping and baking as in the traditional version.

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Notes

๐ŸŒพ Sprinkle extra flour when shaping if dough is sticky.
๐ŸŒฟ Add herbs, garlic, or cheese to dough for flavor variations.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Preheat Dutch oven with oven to ensure even heat and avoid damage.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Rise Time: 12 to 18 hours
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice