Dutch Oven Bread
This easy Dutch oven bread recipe yields a crusty, artisanal loaf with a soft, fluffy interior, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 500 g strong white bread flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 7 g active dried yeast (1 packet)
- 350 ml warm water (around 40°C / 104°F)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and dried yeast.
- In a jug, mix warm water with honey until dissolved.
- Pour the honey-water mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, shape it into a round ball, and place it seam-side down on baking parchment.
- Cover and let rise for another 30 to 45 minutes while preheating the oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Transfer the dough into the preheated Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
Store in a paper bag or wrapped in a clean kitchen towel to maintain freshness.