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A delicious plate of No Knead Cheddar Bread in the Dutch Oven

No Knead Cheddar Bread in the Dutch Oven

This no knead cheddar bread is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. The sharp cheddar adds a delicious flavor to the crusty bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Rising Time 12 minutes
Total Time 18 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 360 g Bread Flour
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp instant yeast
  • 360 ml warm water about 100°F
  • 150 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • Cornmeal or extra flour

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups bread flour, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp instant yeast.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms. Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and let rise 12-18 hours at room temperature.
  3. Preheat oven to 450°F with Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes.
  4. Turn dough onto floured surface, shape into a ball, place on parchment dusted with cornmeal. Top with remaining cheese and score top.
  5. Transfer to hot Dutch oven, cover, bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15-20 more minutes until golden.
  6. Cool on rack before slicing.

Notes

Serve this bread warm with butter or alongside your favorite soup. It's also great for sandwiches!