Easy No-Knead Bread for Bread Easy Recipes Lovers
You know those days when you just want warm, crusty bread without turning your kitchen into a flour-covered war zone? That’s when this no-knead bread steps in like the hero you didn’t know you needed. It’s forgiving, cozy, and lets you go full 'home-baker' without breaking a sweat (or your back). I’ve made this more times than I’ve folded laundry — and that’s saying something.
The outer crust is golden and crunchy like the kind from a bakery you whisper sweet nothings to. The inside? Oh, it’s soft, airy, and makes the butter melt like it just got kissed by a cloud. Whether you’re dipping it in soup or slathering on jam, it’s going to feel like you’ve just accomplished something magnificent with very little actual effort.
So if you're juggling a million things and still want homemade bread on the table, this one’s for you. No kneading, no drama, just a bit of doughy joy. Trust me, your kitchen will smell like you’ve been baking all day (even if you’ve been binge-watching true crime documentaries instead).
Servings: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, yeast, and salt.
- Pour in the warm water and stir until everything is just combined — no need to overthink it.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours. Yes, really. Go live your life.
- After it’s had its beauty rest, place a Dutch oven in your oven and preheat to 450°F (232°C).
- While that’s heating, plop the dough onto a floured surface. Gently shape it into a ball with floured hands. It’s gonna be sticky — embrace the mess.
- Carefully place the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for another 10-15 minutes until it’s all golden and glorious.
- Cool slightly before slicing, unless you enjoy burning your fingertips like the rest of us impatient bread lovers.