I cannot think of a time when I would turn down a slice {or two} of warm homemade bread fresh from the oven.
Because both Ritch and I were raised by parents who made bread from scratch, one could rightly say that we are bread snobs. However, I know {because you’ve told me} that some of you are intimidated by the idea of making your own bread. Well, you’re in luck because this Easy No Knead Bread is the perfect recipe if you want to try making bread but aren’t fully confident in your bread making skills!
Seriously, this Easy No Knead Bread couldn’t be any simpler. It’s made with 4 ingredients and takes only 5 minutes of active prep time! There is no kneading, no waiting for the perfect rise {twice}, and no exhaustive list of instructions to follow.
The first time I tasted a similar recipe was at a friend’s house. She made it for us and I knew I had to get the recipe and make it my own! This Easy No Knead Bread is super moist and tastes like a less sour sourdough! It is both dense and fluffy at the same time, and is the perfect companion to any meal!
Everyone who tastes this bread loves it! My favorite way to eat it is with a warm bowl of soup or dipped into a swirl of balsamic vinegar and olive oil! Plus, the leftovers make killer sandwiches!
If you’ve been dying to make bread from scratch, THIS is your recipe! It looks like a beautiful loaf of artisan bread from a high-end bakery, but takes minimal time, effort and ingredients!
Easy No Knead Bread: Method
There are a two things to note about making this bread!
#1) The dough has to rest for 24 hours. Mix the dough together the night before you plan on serving this Easy No Knead Bread. I know this could be a deal-breaker for some, {who can remember to make dough a day before you want to eat it}?! However, “making the dough” consists of mixing 4 ingredients in a bowl, covering with plastic wrap and then not touching it for 24 hours. And if you have trouble remembering things, this Easy No Knead Bread is definitely worth setting your phone to remind you to get mixin’! 😉
#2) Use a dish with a lid. This Easy No Knead Bread needs to be baked for 30 minutes covered and 15 minutes uncovered. I use this 2 1/2 quart baking dish to bake mine, but you can use a dutch oven if you prefer!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 ½ cups warm water (105 degrees F)
Instructions
- Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the water and mix until a loose, somewhat sticky ball forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and a tea towel.
- Let dough sit covered at room temperature for 18-24 hours.
- After 24 hours (or at least 1 hour before you want to serve) preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place a 2 1/2 quart round, lidded dish (Dutch oven or casserole dish) in the oven to preheat.
- While oven is preheating, transfer the dough from the bowl onto a floured surface.
- Form the dough into a ball then cover it with a floured towel while the oven is preheating.
- Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Remove the lid and spray the dish with cooking spray.
- Gently put the dough ball into the baking dish so it’s evenly distributed.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown.
- Remove the loaf from the baking dish and let it cool on a rack before slicing. To keep it warm, cover with a tea towel.
If you have any questions about making this recipe, please e-mail me or ask me in the comments below! Le me help you get over your fear of making homemade bread! Trust me, this recipe is the perfect place to start!
I don’t have a lot of words today because all I am thinking about is when this sweet baby girl will be born. I have had some serious signs that she’s on her way, but you just never know when the main event will occur! C’mon little one, momma wants to hold you!
If you’re looking for other homemade bread recipes to please a crowd check these out:
Homemade Dinner Rolls {One of my favorites}!
Homemade Pretzel Bread {my husband’s favorite food ever}!
Do you make homemade bread? If not, what’s stopping you?
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Hey Laura, so excitiiiiing! A mum knows when the time is approaching! So happy for you! Wishing you a blessed time, whenever it happens!
Love,
Tais
WOW, it’s so beautiful. I think you would make a killer bread for the Great British Bake Off; I was just watching it last week.
Praying for the arrival of the little girl. <3
I don’t think anything beats the smell or taste of fresh, warm, homemade bread 🙂
Love how easy this is! Best of luck with your new arrival 🙂
Wow that looks amazing! I had no idea you could make bread this way! Thanks for sharing!
I don’t have a covered casserole dish though and I’d like to try making this for my family as Easter gifts. Do you think it would work in a loaf pan covered with tin foil? (I may try it anyway, but if you have any thoughts, let me know!)
This looks AMAZING! I’ve only ever made bread before in my bread maker but this looks just SO easy! PS Congrats on the birth of your baby girl!! I’m SO excited for you and your family!
I made this bread last night with a cajun turkey breast, mashed potatoes & gravy, & a nice garden salad. It was delicious!
Hi, nice recipe congrats on the new addition to the family ☺ wanted to ask if you ever tried mixing yeast and warm water separately first then combining if that will help lessen waiting time to one hour? Will still make and wait overnight first and experiment after.
Hi! Wondering if you’ve tried experimenting with herbs/spices/flavors or substituting in yogurt/beer for a faux sourdough?
I’m intrigued by your recipe because it has much more yeast than I’ve seen in overnight no-knead breads — the famous NYT one has only a 1/4 tsp vs your 2tsp! Your recipe gives me the confidence to up it a lot!