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Dutch Oven Bread

September 26, 2013 by Lindsay 57 Comments

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This easy recipe for Dutch Oven Bread requires minimal effort and is basically foolproof. Enjoy homemade bread made with real, healthy ingredients and no processed junk.

This easy recipe for Dutch Oven Bread requires minimal effort and is basically foolproof. Enjoy homemade bread made with real, healthy ingredients and no processed junk.

**Photos updated April 2016**

Hi Friends!

I first shared this recipe over two years ago in a guest post. Last week I came to a few realizations:

  1. It had been far too long since I made this bread
  2. I should definitely share this recipe with all of you!

So here it is. A super easy way to make an absolutely delicious loaf of bread. It requires almost no kneading and it’s pretty much foolproof!

Dutch Oven Bread

Here’s the recipe:

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Dutch Oven Bread

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A foolproof recipe that requires very little kneading and comes out perfectly every time!

  • Author: Author: Lindsay L
  • Prep Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 2 c bread flour
  • 1 c white whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • pinch of sugar
  • 1.5 c warm water
  • 2+3/4 tsp active dry yeast

Instructions

  1. Pour the warm water into a large bowl. Add yeast and a pinch of sugar and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Add salt and flours and stir until a shaggy ball of dough is formed.
  3. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 4 hours.
  4. Turn dough out onto a floured surface. With floured hands, knead the dough 5-10 times.
  5. Return dough to the bowl and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  6. While dough is rising, place your dutch oven (uncovered) in the oven and preheat to 430 degrees F.
  7. After 30 minutes, use floured hands to reshape dough into a ball and carefully drop into the dutch oven.
  8. Cover and let bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Uncover and let bake 10-15 minutes longer.
  10. Remove loaf from dutch oven and let cool.

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In case you haven’t picked up on it yet, I love my Dutch oven 🙂

Homemade bread couldn't be easier. This Dutch Oven Bread bakes up perfectly every time with very little effort on your part!

I’ve tried this recipe with all bread flour and it’s fantastic. I’ve tried it with 2 cups white whole wheat flour and 1 cup bread flour and it’s ok, but not great It doesn’t rise as much and it’s much denser. I personally think the best ratio is 2 cups bread flour and 1 cup white whole wheat flour.

This easy recipe for Dutch Oven Bread requires minimal effort and is basically foolproof. Enjoy homemade bread made with real, healthy ingredients and no processed junk.

Enjoy with some peanut butter or make yourself a sandwich!

Homemade bread couldn't be easier. This Dutch Oven Bread bakes up perfectly every time with very little effort on your part!

Let’s chat:
Do you bake your own bread?!
Do you have a favorite recipe?

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says

    September 26, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    I don’t have a dutch oven, but that bread looks so good I want to get one (totally worth it for that, right?). I love bread (yes, I admit it). Especially homemade, hot from the oven.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      totally worth it 🙂

      Reply
  2. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says

    September 26, 2013 at 3:48 AM

    I’ve never heard of Dutch oven bread before, but it looks lovely! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Dan says

    September 26, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    This looks amazing! I’m a Dutch oven fanatic (have all shapes and sizes) but I never heard of this! I can wasily see making a loaf of this in the oven while another Dutch oven is cooking stew/soup. All Dutch oven dinner! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      i like the way you think! enjoy!

      Reply
  4. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    September 26, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    i like i like! question: do you have to use bread flour? i only have whole wheat!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      yeah, i think bread flour is crucial in this recipe. Using all whole wheat would make it a lot denser and chewier.

      Reply
  5. Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    I love how you make things like tortillas and bread so simply! I definitely would want to try this in our Dutch oven. The last time I made bread was with my mom using a bread maker that requires lots of different steps. This sounds so much easier, and it looks tasty!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      it’s definitely easy! hope you like it!

      Reply
  6. Heather @fitncookies says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    Might be a really dumb question, but what is Dutch Oven bread? Does it taste just like bread, or what? I love how easy this is! I don’t typically make my own bread, but make cinnamon rolls! haha

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      not a dumb question..it’s just like regular bread…just the pot that you cook it in is called a dutch oven!

      Reply
  7. Coco says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    Oh that looks ssscrumptious. There is something deep inside that can’t resist warm, fresh-baked bread!

    Reply
  8. Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I have NOT made my own bread but I would like to!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      let Emmy help you stir!

      Reply
  9. Danielle says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    I am a bread fanatic so this looks amazing! I might have to experiment with a gluten free version for myself. I love making Elana’s pantry Paleo Bread as my bread of choice. It tastes so much better than store bought.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      good luck! hope you’re successful with a GF version!

      Reply
  10. HollieisFueledByLOLZ says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I saw this on instagram and knew I wanted to make it eventually! It looks so good. We actually make bread at my house but in a bread maker. I really want to try making this too.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      nice! I love my bread maker but somehow I lost the little thing that kneads the dough…so it’s somewhat ineffective now 🙁

      Reply
  11. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I love the looks of this bread… especially because I’ve been wanting to try making my own bread forever now, and it seems so foolproof. Thanks for sharing, girl!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      woohoo! let me know if you try it!

      Reply
  12. Becky @ Olives n Wine says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    I love how easy this recipe is! Baking bread is one of my all time favorite things to do in the winter – it just makes the entire house smell so good 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      i agree!!

      Reply
  13. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    I can practically smell it. I have a ciabatta recipe that starts in the bread machine and then I finish it out with a second rise and shape it for the oven. Super simple. Nothing beats homemade bread.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      ooooh ciabatta, yum! I’ve never made that at home!

      Reply
  14. Alysia @ Slim Sanity says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    I’ll have to try this! My first attempt at bread was a fail, pretty sure I got the yeast part wrong because it didn’t really rise. The recipe I had also had twice the number of ingredients!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      yeah i think when it comes to bread, simple is best!

      Reply
  15. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    There’s nothing like fresh homemade bread right out of the oven! I swear, it’s the most amazing thing ever. Love this recipe!

    Reply
  16. Danica @ It's Progression says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    homemade bread is seriously the best…thanks for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
  17. Tiff @ Love, Sweat, & Beers says

    September 26, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    It’s so pretty! I usually stick with quick breads, but I have a couple leftover yeast packets from when I made my Tuscan bread recipe not too long ago. I think I’ve found a way to use them. 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:21 AM

      enjoy, my friend!

      Reply
  18. Morganne @ Nut Butter Runner says

    September 26, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I love love LOVE making my own bread! Focaccia bread is one of my favorites! Which reminds me I need to post that recipe 🙂 I’m definitely going to have to try this Dutch Oven Bread!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      September 26, 2013 at 9:21 AM

      yes! definitely post! I love focaccia!

      Reply
  19. dixya| food, pleasure, and health says

    September 26, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    with all that deliciousness, I need a dutch oven!

    Reply
  20. Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says

    September 26, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    This is proof why I need a Dutch oven! I absolutely love homemade bread, but I tend to screw it up or it’s REALLY doughy/thick and not suitable to eat. I will so try this in the future!

    Reply
  21. Heather says

    September 26, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    I ADORE homemade bread, but I rarely make it anymore. It’s just time consuming (waiting for it to rise, etc). But you have me thinking about it now. 🙂

    Reply
  22. Ashley says

    September 26, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    I love this post! I normally don’t eat white bread, but only because of all the crazy ingredients it comes with. This is a nice clean way to make bread, and an excuse to use my dutch oven!

    Reply
  23. Nicole @ not before my tea says

    September 26, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Seriously in love with this (and with bread in general). As your little bloggy intern, I submitted this one to Health Aperture today. If it’s not front page tomorrow, we know the site’s rigged… just saying.

    Reply
  24. Jillienne @ ChasingRaspberries says

    September 26, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    I have never made bread in a dutch oven before but it’s brilliant! I am excited to try this recipe!

    Reply
  25. Ashlee@HisnHers says

    September 26, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I’m really regretting not registering for a dutch oven when I got married! I’m too cheap and have ZERO space to go buy one now :-/

    Reply
  26. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    September 26, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    Nothing better than bread straight out of the oven with a big hunk of butter! ha! Some people crave sweets, I crave chewy, crusty bread and butter. Yum

    Reply
  27. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    I had NO idea that I could use my dutch oven to make bread!! I am loving this!

    Reply
  28. Jody - Fit at 55 says

    September 26, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    This bread lover is salivating!!! I wish I were next door to you when you make this!!!! 🙂

    comment luv issues again..

    Time is “Running” Out! http://truth2beingfit.com/2013/09/25/time-is-running-out.aspx

    Reply
  29. Tammie says

    September 26, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Your bread looks amazing! Thanks for sharing! Whenever I make bread, I like to add some herbs (rosemary, oregano, garlic) to it! It tastes really good with olive oil 🙂

    Reply
  30. She Rocks Fitness says

    September 26, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    One of my clients made me loaves of a bread similar to this except it was mini ones and OMG they were awesome. I am scared to work with yeast, but maybe I should give it a shot. 🙂 Looks fabulous as always!

    Reply
  31. Lindsey says

    October 13, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    I have been meaning to try a recipe like this for a while now. I found yours, and tried it this afternoon. I think that it easily may be one of the best bread recipes I have ever tried. I only had all purpose flour, so I used that, and I needed to add a little extra flour, but it turned out wonderful!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      October 14, 2013 at 7:07 AM

      yay! so glad to hear it!

      Reply
  32. Brook says

    April 27, 2014 at 1:55 PM

    Great recipe!
    I did add to it/change it a bit to fit my family’s tastes. I added a large pinch of thyme and a large pinch of rosemary and made it an herbal bread. I served it with a small bowl of olive oil with basil and rosemary in the olive oil. This bread dip is much healthier then butter and just taste better at dinner.

    I am sure there are several herbal “themes” you can use with this bread. I am sure Irish potato bread served with an Irish stew would come out amazing.

    Reply
  33. J.V. says

    December 18, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    Have you ever doubled this recipe? If so, how long did you bake? Or would I be better off making two separate loaves?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      December 19, 2014 at 2:21 PM

      i’d probably make 2 separate loaves!

      Reply
  34. Vicki says

    January 5, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    I made this recipe and husband and nephew loved it. Bought my son & daughter in law a dutch oven and this is the first recipe I sent them. Now that I think about it I will make a loaf today.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 5, 2015 at 11:58 AM

      awesome!!

      Reply
  35. Colleen says

    January 27, 2016 at 10:52 AM

    I’m really confused by the 23/4 tsp of active dry yeast. Do you mean 2 x 3/4 tsp or is that a typo and it’s supposed to just be 3/4 tsp?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      January 27, 2016 at 10:52 AM

      it’s 2 full tsp plus 3/4 tsp

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 27, 2016 at 10:55 AM

        Thanks for the clarification! There are a lot of ways to interpret that and yeast is pretty important when making bread.

        Reply
  36. Allie says

    April 8, 2016 at 6:56 AM

    I love making bread this way and its so easy! After seeing your pictures I Now I need to get out my dutch oven and make a loaf because there’s nothing like homemade bread.

    Reply
  37. Pavement Runner says

    April 9, 2016 at 12:08 AM

    Still posting amazing pictures and baking amazing things…

    Reply
  38. Marissa says

    June 9, 2020 at 10:38 AM

    This has been one of my go to bread recipes for years!!! I’ve been sending it to friends who have been hesitant to bake bread and it has worked out great for them.

    Reply

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