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Crispy No-Knead Rosemary Sea Salt Bread

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An easy homemade loaf with a crispy crust, fragrant rosemary, and crunchy sea salt, perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) warm water (about 100°F / 38°C)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, instant yeast, coarse sea salt, and fresh rosemary.
  2. Add warm water and olive oil. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours until it bubbles and doubles in size.
  4. Generously flour a clean surface and turn the dough out gently. Fold it over itself a couple of times to shape a rough ball. Cover with flour and let rest for 30 minutes.
  5. About 30 minutes before baking, preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven (lid on) inside.
  6. Score a few slashes across the dough’s top with a bread lame or sharp knife. Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
  7. Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven. Place the dough inside (using parchment paper if desired), cover with lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the lid and bake for another 15 minutes to deepen the crust’s color and crispness.
  9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack and let cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Do not rush the long rise time; it is essential for flavor and texture. Preheat the Dutch oven to ensure a crispy crust. If dough is too sticky to handle, dust hands and surface lightly with flour. Cool bread completely before slicing to avoid gummy crumb. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum. Dried rosemary can substitute fresh at one-third the amount.

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