Artisan Dutch Oven Bread
Enjoy a perfectly crusty, flavorful loaf of bread baked in a Dutch oven. This recipe provides detailed instructions for a delicious homemade experience.
Equipment Needed
- Dutch oven
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2.00 cupsLukewarm Water(90-110°F (32-43°C))
- 1.00 envelopeActive Dry Yeast(Ensure it's fresh)
- 4.00 cupsGluten-Free All-Purpose Flour(Use a blend specifically designed for gluten-free baking)
- 1.50 teaspoonsKosher Salt(Adds depth of flavor)
- 1.00 teaspoonOlive Oil(For greasing the Dutch oven)
Instructions
Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water. Let stand until foamy (about 5 minutes).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Estimated time: 60 minutes
Gently punch down the dough and shape into a loaf.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Place the loaf seam-side down in a lightly oiled Dutch oven.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with the Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Carefully remove the Dutch oven from the oven and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Carefully transfer the dough into the Dutch oven.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Remove the lid and bake for another 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Serve and enjoy!
Estimated time: 1 minutes