Rosemary Garlic No Knead Bread! That’s right a loaf of artisan bread that requires no kneading and just 6 simple ingredients then baked to perfection in your Dutch Oven!!
You don’t need to run to bakery folks! This No Knead bread recipe is so simple you won’t believe it! It’s a slow rise bread that is essentially steamed in your Dutch Oven which gives it incredible flavour and the beautiful crispy crust is formed the last 15 minutes or so of baking when you remove the lid.
My oldest daughter Alexa got me hooked on this bread as she makes it often. I have put my own twist on it with fresh rosemary and garlic. I guarantee it will be one of the best loaf of artisan bread you’ll make and the easiest too!!
What is No Knead Bread?
It’s a bread dough that requires no kneading! Everything gets put in a bowl, mixed together, left to rise for quite a few hours or overnight (which is what I do) The yeast does all the work for you! It’s then placed in your pre heated Dutch Oven and baked! No kneading required!!
No Knead bread first came about in the New York times quite a few years ago and there have been lots of variations since then.
This is a super simple dough and the less you handle it the better. I like to let mine rise overnight for at least 12 hours or longer. You could go up to 24 hrs.
No Knead Bread Variations:
Here are some different add ins for No Knead bread, instead of rosemary and garlic try these different flavour combinations:
- Dried cranberries or raisins and seeds like sunflower and pumpkin
- Just seeds like pumpkin, sesame and sunflower
- Chopped walnuts, pecans or almonds, dried cherries, orange zest and cinnamon
- Chopped sun-dried tomatoes and or artichokes, Italian seasoning or fresh basil or both!
- Mixed fresh herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme, oregano and fresh or roasted garlic
- Green olives stuffed with pimentos or garlic, chopped (one of my daughters fav's!)
- Chopped pickled jalapeños and grated vegan cheese
- Sprinkle a little of your favourite course salt on top before baking (a little goes a long way) There are also some delicious salts out there that are infused with herbs and spices! YUM!!
How to Make No Knead Bread:
In a large mixing bowl add the flour, yeast, salt, garlic and rosemary.. Mix it together. Add the water and stir until mixed. It will be a sticky, shaggy dough.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let rise for 12-18 hours or up to 24 hours (I leave mine overnight 12 hours or so)
Preheat the oven to 450°. Place your Dutch Oven into the oven for 30 minutes.
While Dutch Oven is is heating, turn out your dough onto a floured surface. With floured hands gently form dough into a ball. (I barely handle mine) Place onto a piece of parchment paper until Dutch Oven is ready. Sprinkle with a wee bit of course salt if you like.
Once Dutch Oven is preheated, carefully remove from oven. Careful it will be very hot! Place the dough with the parchment into it. Cover and return to oven.
Bake for 30 minutes, remove the lid and bake 12 -15 minutes more or until the crust is browned to your liking.
Remove the loaf from the Dutch Oven and cool completely on a cooling rack before slicing.
Enjoy!! For full recipe ingredients and instructions see recipe card below.
Ok let's make some No Knead Artisan Bread! It's:
flavourful with a crispy crust!
perfect along side so many dishes
delicious warm with vegan butter
perfectly delicious without any add ins!
the best bread to dip in your favourite soup, stew or chili!!
so good filled with vegetables and hummus for the ultimate veggie sandwich!
great for a vegan grilled cheese!
kid friendly
easy to make in one bowl
Enjoy guys! Happy day to you? feel free to leave a comment and a rating below. I would love to hear from you.
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This No Knead Bread is great served with so many dishes, like:
- Vegan Lentil Soup (Italian) (Slow Cooker Option)
- Vegan Corn Chowder (Slow Cooker Option)
- Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta (Tomato Sauce) (Vegan)
- Homemade Roasted Garlic Hummus
- Hearty Vegetable Stew (Vegan (Slow Cooker Option)
- Ultimate Vegan Chili Recipe
- bolognese
- Best Vegan Split Pea Soup (Slow Cooker Option)
- Classic Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
Easy No Knead Bread (Best Artisan Bread Ever!)
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf of artisan bread 1x
Description
Rosemary Garlic No Knead Bread! That’s right a loaf of artisan bread that requires no kneading and just 6 simple ingredients then baked to perfection in your Dutch Oven!!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all purpose flour or bread flour
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt or course sea salt
- ¾ teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 and ½ tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3-4 cloves of garlic, chopped (hey add more if you love garlic!)
- 1 and ⅔ cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl add the flour, yeast salt, garlic and rosemary.. Mix it together. Add the water and stir until mixed. It will be a sticky, shaggy dough. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let rise for 12-18 hours or up to 24 hours (I leave mine overnight 12-14 hours or so)
- Preheat the oven to 450°. Place your Dutch Oven into the oven for 30 minutes.
- While Dutch Oven is is heating, turn out your dough onto a floured surface. With floured hands gently form dough into a ball. (I barely handle mine) Place onto a piece of parchment paper until Dutch Oven is ready. Sprinkle with a wee bit of course salt if you like ( a little goes a long way)
- Once Dutch Oven is preheated, carefully remove from oven. Careful it will be very hot! Place the dough with the parchment into it. Cover with lid and return to oven.
- Bake for 30 minutes, remove the lid and bake 12 -15 minutes more or until the crust is crispy and browned to your liking.
- Remove the loaf from the Dutch Oven and cool completely on a cooling rack before slicing. Enjoy!! For step by step photos see above post.
Notes
- This bread recipe is adapted from various No Knead Bread recipes.
Here are some different add ins for No Knead bread, instead of rosemary and garlic try these different flavour combinations:
- Dried cranberries or raisins and seeds like sunflower and pumpkin
- Just seeds like pumpkin, sesame and sunflower
- Chopped walnuts, pecans or almonds, dried cherries, orange zest and cinnamon
- Chopped sun-dried tomatoes and or artichokes, Italian seasoning or fresh basil or both!
- Mixed fresh herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme, oregano and fresh or roasted garlic
- Green olives stuffed with pimentos or garlic, chopped (one of my daughters fav's to make!)
- Chopped pickled jalapeños and grated vegan cheese
- Sprinkle a little of your favourite course salt on top before baking (a little goes a long way) There are also some delicious salts out there that are infused with herbs and spices! YUM!!
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 45 Minutes
- Category: Snacks & Sides
- Method: Bake / Oven
- Cuisine: American, Canadian
Keywords: no knead bread, artisan bread, crispy crust, easy, rosemary, garlic, no knead artisan bread, recipe,
Bonnie
I have a 7qt. dutch oven. Is that too big to use?
Thanks
Verna
Yes it will work fine. Enjoy Bonnie!
Ash
It doesn't seem like my bread is rising, do you know if there's a reason for that?
Verna
Hi Ash, Your yeast could be inactive (old) Hopefully once it hits the oven it'll rise up. Let me know how it turns out.
Lita
Verna One question I have made this 4,2,1 2.... The only difference { which is huge } are the measurement I like your because you use Bread flour.. I do as well. I wondering if 3 cups vs 4 cups etc.. is mostly about size of loaf or is it texture I'm making your bread this weekend just wondering thank so mch
Verna
I find 3 cups perfect and I quite often use all purpose flour too. Of course bread flour will result in a slight chewier texture which I love. Enjoy Lita, happy bread making!
Joannie
I make your no knead bread weekly if not more. I bought a dutch oven pot just for this recipe! It's fabulous! thank you so much for sharing
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Verna
So nice to hear thank you!
Alanna
I make your no knead bread weekly if not more. I bought a dutch oven pot just for this recipe! It's fabulous! thank you so much for sharing
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Verna
You are so welcome, thank you for your feedback, glad you're enjoying the recipe
Emily Ann Perryman
This looks so delicious! Do you think it would be okay to use spelt and/or whole wheat flour for the recipe? Thanks so much!
Verna
Hi Emily have not tried but I'm sure it would be fine. Loaf will most likely be denser/heavier with whole wheat flour. Let me know how it goes if make it!!
Emily Ann Perryman
Okay, great thanks so much and will definitely let you know how it goes when I make it!
LOIS ARCAND
I absolutely love this recipe. So delicious and extremely easy to make. It will be one of my favorites along with others bread I make. Thank you so much gir sharing. Looking forward to other recipes you will be sharing.
Verna
Glad you enjoyed it Lois and thank you for your kind words!
Sandy
Great!
Verna
Thanks!
ERC
I have made this so many times and it turns out great every single time. Probably one of the tastiest rustic breads I’ve had, even compared to farmers market bread. This is my go to bread recipe as it is the easiest recipe.
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Verna
Thank you so much I'm thrilled you love it! Really appreciate your comment!
Rochelle
My 4th loaf is in the oven now. I'm new to bread backing, but this easy, versatile recipe has made it completely accessible and delicious. Thank you so much for sharing!
Verna
You are so welcome Rochelle! Thrilled you're enjoying it Thanks so much for your comment!
Erica
Made this today and WOW...It’s delicious! My 7 year old said it was the best bread she’s ever had and my 3 year old ate an entire piece! Planning on making some for family and friends for Christmas! Can I use rapid yeast?
Verna
Awesome Erica! Thrilled you all enjoyed it! I'm sure rapid yeast would be fine.
Linda Siso
Amazingly easy and soooo delicious. Definitely a keeper.
Verna
Thanks so much Linda, thrilled you enjoyed it!
Gerri
I don’t have a cast iron type of dish. Can I use a similar size Pyrex covered dish? Would really like to try this recipe, but not wanting to invest the $ into a new baking dish.
It looks amazing!!
Verna
Yes that would work fine! Enjoy Gerri!
Megan
I made this with Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 gluten free baking flour and it came out AMAZING! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
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Verna
YAY!! so glad Megan! Thanks for letting me know!!
Victoria
Do you leave it out on the counter or refrigerator to rise?
Verna
Hi Victoria, leave on counter. Enjoy!!
Andrea
This looks amazing. Any chance I can use gluten free flour in the bread recipe?
Verna
Hi Andrea, I have not made with gluten free flour but If you try it make sure your flour contains xanthan gum, acts as a binder. Let me know how it goes for you!
Amanda Hebert
Hello! After the dough in made, could I split this into two separate bowls to rise? So I can make two smaller loafs? I am *newish* to bread baking. I’m assuming the bake time would just be less maybe by half? Do you have any suggestions or ideas to help me figure that out. Thank you!
Verna
Hi Amanda, 2 mini loafs would work fine. I would bake for same amount of time. Enjoy!!