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Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread

Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread Made Easy for Cozy Nights

This Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread is a delightful blend of crisp crust and tender interior, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour or bread flour for a denser texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Yeast can be replaced with active dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water around 110°F (43°C)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) adjust according to preference
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs like rosemary or thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for coating the Dutch oven

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven mitts
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl. Gradually add warm water, minced garlic, and herbs. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
  3. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place the Dutch oven inside to heat.
  4. Remove the hot Dutch oven and coat with olive oil.
  5. Turn the rested dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a round ball.
  6. Transfer the dough to the Dutch oven and cover with the lid. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pot for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in a paper bag at room temperature for up to 3 days. Slice and freeze for longer storage.

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