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No-Knead Dill Gouda Artisan Bread

A delightful artisan bread featuring a golden crust and a chewy, fluffy interior, infused with rich Gouda and aromatic dill, made effortlessly with no-knead techniques.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 18 hours
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: European
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Bread flour can be used for a chewier texture.
  • 1.25 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon instant yeast Ensure yeast is fresh for optimal fermentation.
  • 1.5 cups water Adequate hydration is crucial for a light texture.
  • 0.5 cup grated Gouda cheese Aged Gouda intensifies flavor depth.
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill, chopped Fresh dill enhances the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Add water and mix until a shaggy dough forms, ensuring no dry flour remains visible.
  3. Fold in the grated Gouda and chopped dill, creating a rich dough infused with flavor.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
  2. On a floured surface, turn the dough out and shape it into a ball, being careful to retain as much air as possible.
  3. Once the Dutch oven is hot, carefully place the dough inside.
  4. Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  5. Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Serve warm with creamy butter or olive oil dip. Pairs well with salad or soup.