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No Knead Dutch Oven Sandwich Bread

A simple and satisfying no-knead bread recipe perfect for beginners and busy bakers, yielding a delicious loaf with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 45 minutes
Course Bread, Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour, but will yield a denser loaf.
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt Use 2 teaspoons if using kosher salt.
  • 0.5 teaspoon instant yeast Active dry yeast can be used if activated with warm water first.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups water Use lukewarm water for better yeast activation.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and instant yeast. Stir until well blended.
  • Pour in water and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Ensure all the flour is incorporated.
  • Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 12-18 hours.

Baking

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with your Dutch oven inside for at least 30 minutes.
  • Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the loaf is golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Ensure full resting time for flavor and rise. Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 0.5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1g
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