Why Make This Recipe
No-Knead Bread is a game changer for anyone who loves fresh bread but doesn’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. It requires minimal effort and no special skills, making it perfect for beginners. You can enjoy a warm, crusty loaf with just a few simple ingredients. This bread rises beautifully and has a delightful texture that’s great for sandwiches or toasting.
How to Make No-Knead Bread
Ingredients :
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Directions :
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
- After the resting period, preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place a Dutch oven (with the lid) in the oven to preheat for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven, and place the dough inside.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing.
How to Serve No-Knead Bread
No-Knead Bread is versatile and tastes great on its own. You can enjoy it with butter, serve it alongside soups or salads, or use it to make sandwiches. For a special touch, try toasting slices and adding toppings like avocado or cheese.
How to Store No-Knead Bread
To keep your No-Knead Bread fresh, wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and store it at room temperature. It’s best eaten within a couple of days. If you want to store it longer, slice the bread and freeze the slices in an airtight container. This makes it easy to toast a slice whenever you crave fresh bread.
Tips to Make No-Knead Bread
- Use a kitchen scale for measuring flour for more accuracy.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour when shaping it.
- Experiment with adding herbs or spices to the dough for different flavors.
Variation
You can add ingredients like olives, cheese, or nuts to the dough for a flavorful twist. Feel free to customize this basic recipe to suit your taste!
FAQs
Can I use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, bread flour works well and can give the bread a chewier texture.
How do I know when the bread is done?
The bread should be golden brown on the outside, and when you tap it, it should sound hollow.
Can I use regular yeast instead of instant yeast?
Yes, you can. Just make sure to activate the regular yeast in warm water before adding it to the flour.
No-Knead Bread
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour For best results, use a kitchen scale for measuring.
- 1.5 teaspoons salt Adjust to taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon instant yeast Regular yeast can be used if activated in warm water first.
- 1.5 cups warm water The temperature of the water is important for proper yeast activation.
Instructions
Mixing Dough
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
Resting Dough
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
Baking
- After the resting period, preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place a Dutch oven (with the lid) in the oven to preheat for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven, and place the dough inside.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing.