Eggless Classic No-Knead Bread

There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a crackling, mahogany-crusted loaf out of a screaming-hot Dutch oven, especially when the ingredient list is just four pantry staples. Flour, instant yeast, salt, and water come together into a shaggy, sticky dough that does all the heavy lifting on its own during a long, slow rest — no eggs, no dairy, no kneading required. That extended fermentation is what builds the complex, slightly tangy flavor and the open, chewy crumb that most people associate with artisan bakeries. Because the recipe is naturally free of eggs at every step, there is nothing to swap or substitute — it just works as written. The Dutch oven traps steam during the first bake, mimicking a professional bread oven and giving you that blistered, shattering crust without any special equipment beyond what most kitchens already have. The hardest part is genuinely waiting the full hour before slicing, because the smell alone will have everyone hovering in the kitchen. Once you make this once, store-bought sandwich loaves start to feel like a very distant second choice.

About Fig

Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.

Learn more →