No Work No Fat Bread
Discover the simplicity of homemade baking with this effortless and guilt-free recipe for *No Work No Fat Bread*! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this no-knead bread is made with just four pantry staples: all-purpose flour, salt, active dry yeast, and warm water—no oils or fats required. The long, hands-off fermentation process creates a light and airy interior with a delightfully crisp crust, all with only 10 minutes of active prep time. Baked to golden perfection in a Dutch oven or on a baking tray, this wholesome loaf is ideal for sandwiches, soups, or simply slathered with your favorite spread. Embrace the joy of homemade bread without the fuss, and savor every wholesome bite of this low-fat, bakery-worthy classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams All-purpose flour
- 10 grams Salt
- 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 350 milliliters Warm water (around 38°C or 100°F)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and active dry yeast. Stir together until evenly dispersed.
Gradually pour the warm water into the bowl while stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula. Mix until a shaggy dough forms; no kneading is required at this stage.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, then let the dough rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours. The dough should double in size and have a bubbly surface when ready.
Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F). If using a Dutch oven, place it (with the lid) inside the oven to preheat as well.
Generously flour a clean surface and your hands. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and gently shape it into a rough ball by folding the edges toward the center. No kneading is necessary.
Carefully remove the preheated Dutch oven from the oven and place the dough inside. If you don't have a Dutch oven, use a baking tray with a separate pan of water for steam generation.
Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the lid and bake for another 10 minutes to achieve a golden, crusty exterior.
Once baked, carefully remove the bread from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Enjoy your fresh, no-knead, no-fat bread with your favorite toppings or as a side to soups and salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3942 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.6 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 546 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
