Breastfeeding Friendly Vegan No-Knead Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, crackling loaf out of a Dutch oven, especially when you made it with just four pantry staples and almost zero effort. This no-knead method relies on a long, slow rise to develop flavor and structure, so you get a bakery-worthy crust and an open, chewy crumb without spending any real time at the counter — a serious win when you're running on interrupted sleep. The ingredient list is completely plant-based, with no dairy, eggs, or additives to second-guess, which makes it a genuinely clean option when you're being mindful about what goes into your body and your milk. Warm water activates the yeast gently, and the extended rest does all the heavy lifting, so the process is forgiving even on your most exhausted days. Scoring the top before baking lets the loaf bloom beautifully in the oven, and that hollow tap on the bottom is one of the most rewarding sounds in home cooking. Let it cool fully before slicing — the crumb sets up perfectly and rewards your patience with clean, even slices that are ideal for toast, sandwiches, or just eating warm with a little olive oil.
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10 servings
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°f / 43°c)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, and salt. Pour in the warm water and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until no dry flour remains and a shaggy, sticky dough forms — about 1 minute. The dough will look rough and uneven; that is correct.
- 2
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and let the dough rest at room temperature for 8 to 18 hours, until the surface is dotted with bubbles and the dough has roughly doubled in size.
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