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Rustic No-Knead Artisan Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: 12 hours 55 minutes (including 12–18 hours rise time and 30 minutes rest)
  • Yield: 1 loaf
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A crusty, rustic artisan loaf with a chewy interior and deep, complex flavor. This no-knead style bread is simple to make at home and delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort, using minimal ingredients and no kneading.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon instant or active dry yeast

Wet Ingredients

  • 1½ cups warm water

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and yeast thoroughly to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  2. Add Water and Form Dough: Pour the warm water into the dry ingredients and stir until you form a sticky dough. Do not add extra flour as the dough should remain tacky.
  3. First Rise: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let the dough rise at room temperature for 12–18 hours until it has doubled and has bubbles on the surface.
  4. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a generously floured surface. Gently shape it into a round loaf without kneading to maintain the air pockets.
  5. Second Rest: Place the shaped dough onto a piece of parchment paper. Let it rest for 30 minutes while you preheat the oven.
  6. Preheat Oven and Dutch Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside to get it very hot for the baking process.
  7. Bake Covered: Carefully transfer the dough along with the parchment paper into the hot Dutch oven. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes. This traps steam essential for a crusty crust.
  8. Bake Uncovered: Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the loaf is deeply golden brown and crusty on the outside.
  9. Cool: Remove the bread from the Dutch oven and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. This helps complete the cooking process and prevents gummy texture.

Notes

  • Dough should be sticky—avoid adding extra flour as it alters the texture.
  • Let the bread cool fully to improve texture and ease slicing.
  • For variations, mix in herbs or olives with the dry ingredients before adding water.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European-inspired

Find it online: https://myhomemadecooking.com/rustic-no-knead-artisan-bread-recipe/