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Easy No-Knead Crusty Artisan Bread Recipe Overnight for Perfect Homemade Loaf

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A simple, no-knead artisan bread recipe that requires minimal hands-on time and yields a crusty, airy loaf with a deep flavor from overnight fermentation.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) lukewarm water

Instructions

  1. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 cups (360g) of all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon of instant yeast, and 1 1/4 teaspoons of salt.
  2. Add the water: Pour in 1 1/2 cups (360ml) of lukewarm water and stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky, shaggy dough forms.
  3. Cover and let rise: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Leave it on your countertop overnight (12 to 18 hours) until the dough has doubled in size and bubbles appear on the surface.
  4. Preheat the oven and pot: Place your Dutch oven with its lid inside the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C) for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Shape the dough: Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough out gently. Fold the edges into the center to form a rough ball. Place the dough seam-side down on a piece of parchment paper.
  6. Bake the bread: Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven. Lift the dough on the parchment paper and place it inside the pot. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and crackly.
  7. Cool before slicing: Transfer the bread to a wire rack and let it cool for at least an hour before slicing.

Notes

Use instant yeast for best results; if using active dry yeast, proof it first. Preheat the Dutch oven thoroughly to develop a crispy crust. Handle dough gently to preserve air bubbles. If crust browns too fast after removing lid, tent with foil. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before baking.

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