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Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread

Perfect Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread in Just Minutes

This Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread is a quick and simple recipe that yields an artisan-style loaf with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water About 110°F for optimal results.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Fresh Yeast Substitute with active dry yeast if needed.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Fine Grain Salt Kosher salt can be used.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute for half with whole wheat flour.
Optional Flavor Add-ins
  • 1-2 tablespoons Dried Herbs Rosemary or thyme for an aromatic twist.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar for a cheesy delight.
  • 1 cup Chopped Olives For a briny flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Honey or Dried Fruit Sweeten the loaf.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic For robust flavor.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of warm water, ¼ teaspoon of fresh yeast, and 1 ½ teaspoons of fine salt until dissolved.
  2. Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture all at once. Stir until a sticky, shaggy dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and allow the dough to rise in a warm environment for 2-3 hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with the empty Dutch oven inside about 30-60 minutes before baking.
  5. Generously flour a clean surface and gently turn the dough out. Shape it into a round loaf.
  6. Transfer the loaf onto a piece of parchment paper, then place it into the preheated Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  8. Transfer the bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This bread is perfect for serving with butter, soups, or for sandwiches. Experiment with various add-ins for a personal touch.

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