No-Knead Simple Bread Recipe
This easy no-knead bread is made with just flour, yeast, and water. A simple, beginner-friendly loaf baked in a Dutch oven with a soft inside and rustic crust — perfect with butter or jam.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Active Dry Yeast
- 11/2 cups Warm Water
Instructions
- Mix the Dough - In a large bowl, combine the flour and yeast.Add the warm water and mix until a sticky dough forms. No kneading needed — just mix until everything is combined.
- First Rise (Proofing) - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise at room temperature for about 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape & Second Rise - Lightly flour your surface Gently shape the dough into a round ball (don’t overwork it).
- Bake in Dutch Oven - Preheat your oven to 350°F with the Dutch oven inside. Once hot, carefully place the dough (with parchment) into the Dutch oven. Cover with lid. Bake for about 30–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove lid during the last 10 minutes if you want a darker crust.Let cool before slicing.