Easy No-Knead Artisan Dutch Oven Bread
This foolproof recipe creates a bakery-quality loaf with a crispy, golden crust and a soft, chewy interior using just 4 ingredients. The Dutch oven traps steam for that signature artisan look and flavor with almost no effort required.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1.5 tsp Salt fine sea salt
- 0.5 tsp Instant yeast or active dry yeast
- 1.5 cups Warm water about 110°F (43°C)
Notes
Storage: Keep the bread in a paper bag at room temperature for up to 2 days for best crust. For longer storage, wrap in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Variations: Add 1 tablespoon of dried herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dry ingredients, or mix in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese during the initial stir. Make-Ahead: The dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours after the first rise; let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping and baking.