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No Knead Cheddar Bread in the Dutch Oven: Easy Dutch Oven Pot Bread Recipe

No Knead Cheddar Bread in the Dutch Oven: Effortless and Delicious

Enjoy the delight of homemade No Knead Cheddar Bread in the Dutch Oven, packed with cheesy goodness and minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Rising Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups Bread Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Yeast
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water Aim for around 100°F.
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Use high-quality cheese for best flavor.
For Dusting

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, kosher salt, and instant yeast. Stir gently to mix.
  2. Pour in the warm water and mix until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.
  3. Add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the dough, folding it in gently.
  4. Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside, 30 minutes before baking.
  6. Flour a clean surface and turn the dough out, shaping it into a loose ball.
  7. Place the dough on parchment dusted with cornmeal, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and score the surface.
  8. Transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the cover and continue to bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let the bread cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the ultimate comfort experience, serve warm with butter. Customize flavor with herbs or spices as desired.

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