No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust
A simple, no-knead artisan bread with a golden, crispy crust and soft, airy inside — ready in just 2 hours. This australian-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs (400g) all-purpose flour, instant yeast, fine salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups (400g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1 5/8 cups (390ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/4 cups (400g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp instant yeast, and 1 1/2 tsp fine salt. Stir together with a wooden spoon until evenly mixed.
- Step 2: Pour in 1 5/8 cups (390ml) warm water (110°F/43°C) and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy, sticky dough forms. Do not knead.
- Step 3: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 1 1/2 hours until the dough has doubled in size and is bubbly on the surface.
- Step 4: While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a heavy Dutch oven with its lid inside the oven to heat for 30 minutes.
- Step 5: Once preheated, carefully remove the Dutch oven. Lightly flour a clean surface and gently scrape the dough out onto it, folding it over itself once or twice to shape into a rough ball without deflating.
- Step 6: Transfer the dough ball to a sheet of parchment paper, then lift the paper and dough into the hot Dutch oven. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Step 7: After 30 minutes, remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and crisp.
- Step 8: Remove the bread and cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing to allow the crumb to set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (400g) all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread with Crispy Crust?
Australian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
