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Crusty Vegan Bread

Crusty Vegan Bread: Effortless, No-Knead Delight at Home

This Crusty Vegan Bread is an effortless, no-knead recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious homemade loaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour opt for organic for exceptional flavor.
  • 1.5 cups warm water comfortably warm, not boiling.
  • 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast choose a good-quality brand for a fluffy rise.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt enhances flavor and helps with dough structure.
Optional Add-ins
  • fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary) introduces delightful aromas and flavors.
  • olives chop and fold into the dough.
  • whole wheat flour adjust hydration as necessary.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • kitchen towel or plastic wrap
  • Oven
  • pizza stone or cast iron Dutch oven
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, instant dry yeast, and sea salt until evenly mixed.
  2. Add warm water: Gradually pour in warm water while stirring until a shaggy dough forms, ensuring all flour is incorporated.
  3. Let it rest: Cover the bowl loosely and let it rest at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours, or overnight.
  4. Shape the dough: Flour a clean surface, turn out the dough, and shape it into a round loaf without kneading.
  5. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F and prepare a pizza stone or Dutch oven.
  6. Final rise: Allow the shaped loaf to rest for 45 minutes.
  7. Score and transfer: Make a few slits on the top of your loaf and transfer it to the oven.
  8. Bake to perfection: Bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gIron: 2mg

Notes

Store crusty vegan bread in a bread box for up to 3 days. For longer preservation, slice and freeze in airtight bags.

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