No Knead Dutch Oven Bread
This crusty Dutch oven bread has a golden, crackly crust and a soft, chewy inside — all with minimal effort. If you love bakery-style bread but don’t want complicated steps, this recipe is for you. It’s perfect for soups, sandwiches, or just warm with butter.
Why You’ll Love This Bread
No kneading required
Only 4 basic ingredients
Crispy artisan-style crust
Beginner-friendly
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon active dry yeast
1 ½ cups warm water (about 105–110°F)
Directions
Step 1: Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and yeast. Pour in warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms. The dough will look sticky — that’s normal.
Step 2: Let It Rise
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours, until doubled in size and bubbly on top.
Step 3: Preheat the Oven
Place a Dutch oven (with lid) in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C). Heat the pot for at least 30 minutes.
Step 4: Shape the Dough
Turn the dough out onto lightly floured parchment paper. Gently shape into a round loaf. Do not punch it down.
Step 5: Bake
Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven. Lift the dough (using parchment) into the pot and cover with the lid.
Bake 30 minutes covered
Remove lid and bake 10–15 minutes uncovered until deeply golden
Step 6: Cool
Remove bread and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Tips for Best Results
For extra flavor, let the dough rise closer to 18 hours
Use bread flour for a chewier texture
Add herbs, garlic, or cheese for variations
Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx. 1 of 12 slices)
Calories: 130
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 0.5g
Fiber: 1g
Sodium: 290mg