Soft and Chewy No-Knead Sourdough Bread (Beginner-Friendly Dutch Oven Recipe)
This Soft & Chewy Sourdough Bread is the perfect starting point for new bakers and a cozy go-to for seasoned sourdough lovers. No kneading required, just time, patience, and a bubbly starter. With a soft crumb and golden crust, it bakes beautifully in a Dutch oven and delivers that signature tang in every slice. Easy, foolproof, and incredibly rewarding!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- rest and rise time: 16 hours
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 loaf (~12 slices)
Ingredients
100g active sourdough starter
375g warm water
500g bread flour or all-purpose flour
10g salt
Instructions
Mix: In a large bowl, mix starter and water. Add flour and salt. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Rest & Fold: Cover and let rest for 30 minutes. Then perform 3–4 stretch and folds over the next 2 hours (every 30 mins).
Bulk Fermentation: Let dough rise at room temp for 8–12 hours until doubled.
Shape & Rest: Shape into a round. Let rest 30 mins. Place in floured banneton or bowl.
Cold Proof: Cover and refrigerate for 12–18 hours.
Bake: Preheat Dutch oven to 450°F (230°C). Score dough and bake:
20 mins covered
20–25 mins uncovered until golden and crusty
Cool: Let cool fully before slicing.
Nutrition
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 4g