Description
This No Knead Dutch Oven Bread is a delightful blend of simple ingredients coming together to create a crusty, flavorful loaf. It’s perfect for quick dinners or comforting meals, and with minimal prep, you can enjoy fresh homemade bread with ease.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water (110-115°f)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 (1/4 ounce) packet rapid rise yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 4 cups all purpose flour plus additional as needed
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sea salt or plain table salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- In a large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Once the yeast is active, mix in the egg and oil to the yeast mixture at low speed until just combined.
- On medium speed, gradually add 3 cups of flour. Add the remaining 1/2 cup flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough is not sticky and pulls away from the bowl's sides.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and shape it into a smooth ball by folding edges underneath.
- Spray a clean mixing bowl with nonstick cooking spray or brush with oil, place the dough inside, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Preheat the oven to 450°F, placing the Dutch oven with its lid inside to heat up.
- Once the dough has risen, position it on parchment paper and create small slits on the top with a knife.
- Carefully take out the Dutch oven lid and use the parchment corners to place the dough in it. Be cautious as it's hot!
- Cover the Dutch oven with the lid and bake for 40 minutes.
- After 40 minutes, remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Use the parchment paper to move the bread to a wire rack to cool completely, then slice and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure the water is at the right temperature (110-115°F) to activate the yeast properly.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing to maintain its texture.
This recipe can be adjusted with different herbs or cheeses for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
