Description
Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread is the perfect solution for home bakers who want to enjoy artisan-style bread without the fuss of kneading. With just five minutes of prep time and under three hours total, you’ll create a warm, crusty loaf that rivals your favorite bakery’s offerings. The magic happens in a Dutch oven, which locks in steam for a golden crust and soft crumb. This versatile bread is ideal for pairing with soups, sandwiches, or simply enjoying on its own. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting, this recipe makes it easy to impress family and friends with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 100°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2.25 teaspoons)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fine grain salt
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and salt until dissolved.
- Add flour all at once; stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 2-3 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside.
- Shape dough on floured parchment paper; transfer to hot Dutch oven.
- Bake covered for 35 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg