Dutch Oven French Bread: Easy Steps for Perfect Homemade Loaves
Learn how to make delicious and crusty French bread in your Dutch oven with this easy recipe. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 12-18 hours (includes rising time)
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
- Add warm water and mix until combined.
- Cover and let rise for 12-18 hours.
- Preheat your Dutch oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Shape the dough into a ball and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated Dutch oven for 30 minutes with the lid on.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a chewier crust, try using bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Letting the dough rise longer will develop better flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Dutch Oven French Bread