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Artisan Bread Recipe

Easy No-Knead Artisan Bread

Melena
Experience the joy of homemade baking with this Easy No-Knead Artisan Bread. With just four simple ingredients and no special equipment, you can create a bakery-quality loaf that’s crisp on the outside and soft, airy, and flavorful on the inside. Perfect for beginners, this foolproof bread recipe requires no kneading — just mix, rest, and bake. It’s rustic, comforting, and ideal for everything from breakfast toast to hearty soups.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 18 hours
Total Time 19 hours

Ingredients
  

  • Basic Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose or bread flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • Fresh or dried herbs rosemary, thyme, oregano
  • Grated cheese cheddar, parmesan
  • Seeds flax, sesame, sunflower
  • Minced garlic or olives

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast. Add warm water and stir until you have a sticky dough. Cover and let rest.
  • Let It Rise: Leave the dough at room temperature for 12–18 hours until doubled and bubbly.
  • Shape the Dough: Lightly flour your hands and gently shape into a round loaf. Rest for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the Oven: Place a Dutch oven inside and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
  • Bake: Place the dough into the hot pot, cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool: Let the bread cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add herbs or cheese before baking.
  • Use a cast iron Dutch oven for the crispiest crust.
  • Let dough ferment longer in a cool kitchen for deeper flavor.
  • Store in a paper bag or towel at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze slices for easy reheating later.