Description
A simple, rustic no-knead sourdough bread with a crisp golden crust and soft, chewy interior perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.
Ingredients
3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
1 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water
1/2 cup (120g) active sourdough starter
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
2. Add the sourdough starter and warm water; stir until a sticky dough forms.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours, until bubbly and doubled in size.
4. Lightly flour a surface and shape the dough into a ball.
5. Place the dough on parchment paper, cover, and let rise for 30–60 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
7. Carefully transfer the dough (with parchment) into the hot Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove lid and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
9. Cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, let the dough ferment closer to 18 hours.
Experiment with adding seeds or herbs for variety.
Store at room temperature in a paper bag for 2–3 days or slice and freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: No-Knead / Dutch Oven
- Cuisine: American / European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no knead sourdough bread, easy sourdough, dutch oven bread, artisan loaf