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Easy No-Knead Crusty Artisan Bread Recipe Perfect for Homemade Baking

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A simple no-knead artisan bread recipe that requires minimal hands-on time and yields a crusty, airy loaf with deep flavor developed through slow fermentation.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (355ml) warm water (105°F to 110°F / 40-43°C)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: flour for dusting

Instructions

  1. Mix 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups (355ml) warm water (105°F to 110°F / 40-43°C) and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a sticky, shaggy dough forms. No kneading needed.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise at room temperature (around 70°F / 21°C) for 12 to 18 hours until bubbles form and the dough rises.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven or heavy oven-safe pot inside for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Lightly flour a clean surface and your hands. Turn the dough out onto the surface and gently fold it over itself once or twice to shape into a ball. Let it rest for 30 minutes while the oven heats.
  6. Carefully remove the hot pot from the oven and transfer the dough ball into it. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the lid and bake uncovered for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the crust is deeply golden and crisp.
  8. Remove the bread from the pot and transfer to a cooling rack. Let cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Use warm water (105°F to 110°F) to activate yeast without killing it. Preheat the Dutch oven for at least 30 minutes for a crisp crust. Let bread cool completely before slicing to avoid gummy texture. For a crispier crust, spritz dough with water before baking or add ice cubes to the pot to create steam. If dough is too sticky to shape, wet your hands slightly.

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