The easiest homemade bread EVER—just 4 ingredients, no kneading, and no fancy skills required! Perfect for beginners, this bread has a crispy crust + soft, airy inside—just like artisan bakery bread.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

 Only 4 ingredients – Flour, water, yeast, salt.
 No kneading, no mixer – Just mix & let time do the work.
 Crusty outside, soft inside – Like a rustic French loaf.
 Customizable – Add herbs, cheese, or seeds if you want!

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Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf)

• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour)

• 1 ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp instant yeast (or active dry yeast)
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water (~100°F / 38°C)

(Optional: 1 tbsp honey/sugar for a slightly sweeter bread)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix the Dough (5 mins)

• In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, and yeast.
• Pour in warm water, stir until a shaggy dough forms (no dry flour left).

2. Let It Rise (12-18 hrs!)

• Cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel.
• Let sit at room temperature for 12-18 hours (overnight works!).

3. Shape & Rest (30 mins)

• The dough will be bubbly and sticky.

• Dust hands with flour, gently shape into a round loaf.
• Place on parchment paper, cover, and rest 30 mins.

4. Preheat & Bake (45 mins)

• While resting, preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

• Place a Dutch oven (or heavy pot) inside to heat up.
• Carefully transfer dough (with parchment) into the hot Dutch oven.
• Cover with lid, bake 30 mins.

• Remove lid, bake 10-15 mins more until deep golden.

5. Cool & Enjoy!

• Let cool 1 hour before slicing (if you can wait!).

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Pro Tips for Perfect Bread

 Hot pot = crispy crust – A preheated Dutch oven traps steam.
 Long rise = better flavor – 18 hrs gives the best taste.
 Add-ins? Try rosemary, garlic, olives, or cheese.
 Freeze extras – Slice & freeze for toast later.

 

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Final Thoughts

This 4-Ingredient No-Knead Bread is foolproof and delicious—no fancy tools, no stress, just homemade bread magic.