Easy No-Knead Artisan Bread with Crispy Crust
This foolproof no-knead bread recipe delivers a bakery-quality loaf with a golden, crispy crust and a soft, airy interior, requiring minimal hands-on time and no special equipment.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.5 tsp instant yeast
- 1.5 cups warm water about 110°F
Notes
Storage: Store cooled bread wrapped in a clean kitchen towel or paper bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze in an airtight bag for up to 3 months. To refresh, reheat slices in a toaster or warm the whole loaf in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes. Make-Ahead Tip: The dough can be mixed and left to rise for up to 24 hours for even more flavor. Variations: Add 1/2 cup of shredded cheese, herbs, or olives to the dough during the initial mixing. For a sourdough flavor, substitute 1/2 cup of the warm water with sourdough starter discard.