No Knead Bread: Quick 2-Hour Homemade Loaf (Print Version)
Quick no-knead bread recipe ready in just 2 hours. Enjoy a delicious, crusty homemade loaf with minimal effort. Perfect for beginners.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-Free
# Ingredients:
→ The Flour Foundation
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3 cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
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1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
→ The Activating Blend
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1 1/2 cups Warm Water (105-115°F)
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1 1/2 tsp Active Dry Yeast
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1 tbsp Granulated Sugar
→ The Flavor & Texture Boosters
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1 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
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1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
→ For the Golden Finish
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1 tbsp Cornmeal (for dusting the Dutch oven)
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1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for greasing the proofing bowl)
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1 tsp Dried Rosemary (optional, for flavor)
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1/4 tsp Flaky Sea Salt (for sprinkling on top before baking)
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1 tbsp Water (for brushing the loaf before baking)
# Instructions:
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Combine 1 1/2 cups Warm Water (105-115°F), 1 1/2 tsp Active Dry Yeast, and 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar in a large bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active. This is the crucial first step for your 2 Hour No Knead Bread: Quick & Easy Homemade Loaf.
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In a separate large bowl, whisk together 3 cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour, 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour, and 1 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt. If using, stir in 1 tsp Dried Rosemary now. This dry blend forms the foundation for your delicious homemade loaf.
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Pour the activated yeast mixture and 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil into the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined and no dry flour remains. Do not overmix. Lightly grease a clean bowl with 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil for the dough's first rise.
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Transfer the dough to the greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 60-75 minutes, or until doubled in size. This quick rise is key to the "2 Hour No Knead Bread: Quick & Easy Homemade Loaf" promise.
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Gently punch down the dough. On a lightly floured surface, shape it into a round loaf. Preheat your Dutch oven to 450°F (232°C) for at least 30 minutes, preparing it for your 2 Hour No Knead Bread: Quick & Easy Homemade Loaf. Carefully dust the bottom of the hot Dutch oven with 1 tbsp Cornmeal.
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Carefully transfer the shaped dough into the hot Dutch oven. Brush the top with 1 tbsp Water and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp Flaky Sea Salt. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crusty.
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Remove the 2 Hour No Knead Bread: Quick & Easy Homemade Loaf from the Dutch oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This ensures a perfect texture and prevents a gummy interior.
# Notes:
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For an extra crispy crust, place a shallow oven-safe pan with about 1 cup of water on the bottom rack of your oven during the preheating phase. The steam helps create a beautiful, crackly exterior.
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Store leftover bread at room temperature in an airtight container or bread bag for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze for up to 3 months, then toast directly from frozen.
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Feel free to experiment with other herbs like dried thyme or oregano instead of rosemary. For a slightly sweeter loaf, increase the granulated sugar to 2 tbsp.
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This versatile loaf is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or served alongside soups and stews. It's also delicious simply slathered with butter or dipped in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Rubber spatula
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Dutch oven
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Parchment paper
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Oven mitts
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 250 kcal
Total Fat: 3 g
Total Carbohydrate: 47 g
Protein: 6 g