Artisan Bread Recipe: Easy Homemade Delight for Every Meal
Make delicious artisan bread right at home with this easy recipe that’s perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 60 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it on a floured surface, let it rest while the oven heats up.
- Carefully transfer the dough to the preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating herbs or cheese into the dough.
- Ensure your water is warm but not hot, around 110°F (43°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: artisan bread, homemade bread, easy bread recipe