Description
A simple and rewarding recipe for crafting delicious No Knead Italian Artisan Bread with a crusty exterior and soft, airy interior.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (9 oz) plus extra for topping
- ¾ cup lukewarm water (about 185 ml at 100-110°F)
- 1 ⅛ teaspoons instant dry yeast (0.20 oz)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast in ¼ cup of lukewarm water and 1 teaspoon of honey. Leave to rise for 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a mixing bowl, add flour together with the remaining water. Incorporate the dissolved yeast and mix quickly using a fork.
- Add salt to the mixture and stir again. The dough should feel soft and sticky, not smooth. If it’s too dry, add more lukewarm water as needed.
- Sprinkle some flour on top of the dough, cover the bowl with either a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and set it in a warm place. Let it rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes until it almost doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- After the dough has risen, gently transfer it to a non-stick baking sheet that has been sprinkled with flour. Ensure the floured side is facing upwards.
- Score the bread with a very sharp knife, being careful not to cut too deep.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes. Lower the temperature to 325°F (160°C) and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the bread turns golden brown.
- After baking, let the loaf cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Consider adding herbs or spices to enhance the flavor. Refrigerate the dough after the first rise for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: artisan bread, no knead bread, Italian bread, baking, easy bread recipe
