Everyday of this week, I have been sharing with you a new no-knead bread recipe with the idea to encourage you to bake bread at home. I compiled all the recipes in this post for an easy access. There are all different versions, for different occasions.
This no-knead bread recipe is truly a miracle, there is absolutely nothing to do and you get a perfect result every single time. You would never have believed that baking bread at home would be so easy! Again, I insist on the fact that I am not the creator of the no-knead bread, a recipe that already exists a little bit everywhere. I’m just passing over the recipe here as it is clearly too good to be true or to be kept a secret. So if you haven’t heard about it before, it’s high time you discover this fantastic bread… through me, through anyone else, it doesn’t matter, you just need to know the recipe.
So what is a no-knead bread exactly?
It is simply a method of bread baking that uses a very long fermentation (rising) time instead of kneading to form the gluten strands that give the bread its texture. It is characterized by a low yeast content and a very wet dough. The dough is allowed to rise, covered, for 12-18 hours until doubled in size and its surface covered with bubbles. It is then dropped in a Dutch oven that has been preheated in an oven at 450 F and the bread is baked in the Dutch oven with the lid on for 30 minutes and, with the lid removed, for another 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
Again, there is NOTHING TO DO in this bread recipe. Just mix all the ingredients – flour, instant yeast, salt, and room temperature water – and let sit for about 12 hours or overnight. You do not need to knead the dough at all, not even a little! Also, note that salt is important in a bread recipe, and even if you can feel a little bit scared by the quantity used, you wouldn’t want to use less otherwise your bread would simply be tasteless.
1. Classic No-knead Bread
Learn how to bake bread at home – the easy way! Featuring a crispy crust and a soft, chewy texture, this classic no-knead bread is ridiculously easy to bake and tastes amazing. Mix all the ingredients together, let rest overnight and bake when you wake up. The ultimate way to get fresh bread in the morning!
2. Multiseed No-Knead Bread
Based on the world-famous no-knead bread recipe, this multiseed no-knead bread is equally easy to prepare and is perfect for breakfast. I like to spread some honey, orange marmalade or any kind of jam over.
3. Rosemary & Green Olives No-Knead Bread
Perfect served as an appetizer with a simple drizzle of olive oil or with cheese, this super easy rosemary & green olives no-knead bread is an absolute must try and will always impress your guests on a cheese platter. I also like it a lot with shakshuka! You can make it with or without olives.
4. Rustic Fig & Walnut No-Knead Bread
Sightly rustic with a subtle nutty flavor, this foolproof fig & walnut no-knead bread contains whole wheat flour. Serve with goat cheese, honey, and enjoy!
5. Whole Wheat No-Knead Bread.
Based on the easy classic no-knead bread recipe, this whole wheat no-knead bread tastes like artisan bread with no effort. It goes perfectly with any kind of savory or sweet topping. Besides, you’ll love its delicious nutty taste.
Now it’s your turn to bake the perfect no-knead bread! Please share your realizations with me on my Facebook group In the kitchen with Del’s cooking twist or use #delscookingtwist on Instagram so I can see them. Have fun!
DEBBIE
SINCETHE BREAD DOESN’T LAST LONG AND I AM SINGLE, CAN I CUT RECIPES IN HALF?
Delphine Fortin
Hi Debbie! I do not recommend you divide the recipe proportions for this recipe. Instead, it’s better to slice the leftovers and freeze the slices for future use. It’s what we do all the time in our house. I hope it helps! Del
louiza
bonjour , merci pour tes recettes , on doit dégazer la pate avant de la mettre dans la cocotte ?
Delphine Fortin
Bonjour! On peut dégazer rapidement la pâte avant de la mettre dans la cocotte mais ce n’est pas absolument nécessaire non plus, ce pain est un vrai miracle qui marche sans efforts 🙂 Del
Marie
Hi Del!
I’m a beginner in bread baking but I would love to try making these lovely bread recipes. I don’t have a dutch oven though. If I use a normal oven, would the temp (450F) and time (30mins) be the same? Thanks!
Delphine Fortin
Hi Marie! Some people have tried this recipe without a dutch oven and got a pretty fair result too. The only risk is that your bread might not be as crusty as the original recipe baked in a dutch oven. And yes, temp and time would remain the same. I hope this helps. Del
Claire C
I’m obsessed with these bread recipes, so easy and delicious. I’ve adapted the whole-wheat version to make a fruit bread with orange zest, cinnamon, currents, raisins, fig and dried apricot – so tasty. I also include some of the olive marinade when I make the olive and rosemary bread. The olives I use are marinated in chilli and this adds a delicious kick. Thank you for these wonderful bread recipes that are so easy to adapt!
Delphine Fortin
Wow, I am so thrilled that you like all these bread recipes! Thank you so much for sharing all these wonderful tips with us, the version with dried fruits sounds wonderful and I will make it myself very soon too! Have a great weekend! Del
Hélène
Bonjour, cette recette est FORMIDABLE! testée ce matin, le pain est encore fumant, je ne sais pas si on peut mettre une photo en commentaire, vraiment merci! Belle et bonne cuisine à tous!
Delphine Fortin
Merci beaucoup Hélène pour ton retour positif, je suis vraiment ravie que la recette de mon pain cocotte t’ait plue! 🙂 N’hésite pas à partager la photo sur mon groupe Facebook où mes lecteurs déposent leurs recettes ; chaque semaine j’en choisis une que je partage dans ma newsletter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/879272445556257/?ref=bookmarks
Valérie ILoveCakes
Moi je craque, comme toujours, pour celui aux graines et aux céréales ! Je suis fan et puis en version pain cocotte c’est tellement facile qu’il ne faut pas s’en priver !