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Artisan Bread Recipes Dutch Oven


  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 14–20 hours (including rise time)
  • Yield: 1
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This artisan bread is the easiest way to achieve bakery-quality bread at home. With just four simple ingredients, a little patience, and a Dutch oven, you’ll have a rustic loaf that’s chewy inside with a golden, crackly crust. The long fermentation gives it a deep, complex flavor while the Dutch oven ensures a perfect rise and texture. It’s the kind of recipe that feels impressive but is simple enough for anyone to make, whether you’re a first-time baker or a seasoned home cook. Serve it with soups, cheese, or just a smear of butter—this bread makes every meal feel special.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups bread flour (or all-purpose)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 ½ cups lukewarm water


Instructions

  • Mix flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
  • Cover and let rise at room temperature for 12–18 hours.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a ball, and let rest 30 minutes on parchment paper.
  • Preheat Dutch oven at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes.
  • Place dough into the hot pot (using parchment), cover, and bake 30 minutes.
  • Remove lid and bake 15–20 minutes until crust is golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, replace up to 1 cup of flour with whole wheat flour.
  • Add-ins like herbs, cheese, or seeds can be folded in after the first rise.
  • If your bread feels sticky, don’t add too much flour—keep it light to maintain a soft crumb.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European-inspired rustic bread

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg