This Easy No Knead Bread Recipe is made with only 4 ingredients and takes 5 minutes of prep time! Wow your guests with this delicious homemade bread that takes ZERO effort to make!

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! It’s a no knead artisan bread that tastes like you slaved for hours (when you really only spent 5 minutes making it)!

Seriously, this Easy No Knead Dutch Oven 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 Recipe 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 easy no knead dutch oven 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 No Knead Artisan 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 (a Dutch Oven). 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!

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Easy No Knead Bread (dutch oven)

This Easy No Knead Bread Recipe is made with only 4 ingredients and takes 5 minutes of prep time! Wow your guests with this delicious homemade bread that takes ZERO effort to make! 

Course bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Easy No Knead Bread, no knead artisan bread, no knead bread dutch oven, no knead bread recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Servings 1 loaf (10 people)

Calories 121 kcal

Author Laura

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

1. Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl and stir to combine.
2. Add the water and mix until a loose, somewhat sticky ball forms.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and a tea towel.
4. Let dough sit covered at room temperature for 18-24 hours.
5. After 24 hours (or at least 1 hour before you want to serve) preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
6. Place a 2 1/2 quart round, lidded dish (Dutch oven or casserole dish) in the oven to preheat.
7. While oven is preheating, transfer the dough from the bowl onto a floured surface.
8. Form the dough into a ball then cover it with a floured towel while the oven is preheating.
9. Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Remove the lid and spray the dish with cooking spray.
10. Gently put the dough ball into the baking dish so it’s evenly distributed.
11. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
12. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown.
13. 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.

Nutrition Facts

Easy No Knead Bread (dutch oven)

Amount Per Serving (1 slice)

Calories 121

% Daily Value*

Sodium 212mg 9%

Potassium 49mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 26g 9%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5%

Protein 3.8g 8%

Calcium 0.2%

Iron 7.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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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