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Roasted Garlic No Knead Bread Recipe

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This Roasted Garlic No Knead Bread recipe combines the comforting flavors of homemade bread with the rich, mellow taste of roasted garlic. The dough requires minimal effort and no kneading, making it perfect for beginners or those wanting an easy artisanal bread. Paired with a fresh basil butter enhanced with citrus zest, this bread is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or accompaniment to any meal. Baking in a Dutch oven creates a crusty golden loaf with a soft, fluffy interior.

Ingredients

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For the Bread Dough

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/4 cup warm water

For the Roasted Garlic

  • 2 garlic heads
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tsp flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

For the Basil Butter

  • 1/2 cup salted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp lemon or orange zest (optional)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast. In a small bowl, mix the active dry yeast, sugar, and 1/4 cup of warm water. Stir until dissolved and let it sit for 5-6 minutes until foamy and bubbly, signaling that the yeast is active.
  2. Make the dough. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, kosher salt, the yeast mixture, and 1 1/4 cups warm water until a shaggy dough forms. Cover with a dish towel and place in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size, about 3 hours.
  3. Roast the garlic. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prepare each garlic head by removing excessive papery skin and slicing off the top inch to expose cloves. Place each garlic head on foil squares, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over each, wrap tightly, and roast for about 45 minutes until tender and fragrant. Let cool completely.
  4. Extract roasted garlic cloves. Once cooled, gently squeeze the bottom of the garlic heads to push out individual cloves. Place them in a small bowl and set aside.
  5. Incorporate garlic into dough. Lightly flour a surface and turn out the risen dough. Gently punch it down, then push each garlic clove evenly into the dough. Fold the dough over 4-6 times, gently kneading just until garlic is incorporated and dough is smooth. Sprinkle with flour as needed.
  6. Second rise. Place the dough on a parchment-lined surface, cover with a clean bowl and dish cloth, and let it rise again until doubled, about 1 hour.
  7. Preheat Dutch oven and bake. Position a large Dutch oven in the oven rack center and preheat oven to 450°F. Once preheated, carefully transfer the dough into the Dutch oven using the parchment paper as a sling. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil onto the dough, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top, and cover with the lid.
  8. Bake covered and uncovered. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake an additional 10-12 minutes to achieve a crisp, golden crust.
  9. Cool the bread. Remove the bread from the oven and transfer it to a cooling rack. Allow to cool at least 20 minutes before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  10. Prepare basil butter. Combine the room temperature butter, chopped basil, and optional citrus zest in a small bowl. Mash with a fork until well combined. Season with kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste.
  11. Store basil butter. Roll the butter mixture tightly in parchment paper to form a log or cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve alongside the bread.

Notes

  • The no-knead dough requires extended rising times but minimal hands-on effort, perfect for busy schedules.
  • Roasted garlic adds a sweet, mellow flavor that permeates the bread without overpowering.
  • Using a Dutch oven traps steam, creating a beautiful crust with a soft crumb.
  • Allow bread to cool before slicing to maintain structure and texture.
  • Basil butter can be customized with different herbs or citrus zests for variation.
  • Store baked bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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