No-Knead Roasted Garlic Rosemary Bread

This No-Knead Roasted Garlic Rosemary Bread is a rustic, artisan-style loaf that’s soft on the inside and golden-crusted on the outside. Infused with roasted garlic and fragrant rosemary, it’s a simple yet impressive bread that requires minimal effort.

With no kneading involved, this recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting homemade artisan bread without the fuss. Just mix, let it rise, and bake. The result is a flavorful, aromatic bread perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or enjoying warm with butter.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy artisan bread: No kneading, minimal effort.
• Savory & aromatic: Roasted garlic and rosemary elevate the flavor.
• Soft interior & crusty exterior: Perfect balance for dipping or sandwiches.
• Impressive appearance: Rustic, homemade look without complicated steps.

Ingredients

Bread Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp instant yeast
• 1 ½ cups warm water
• 3–4 cloves roasted garlic – mashed
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary – chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast. Add warm water, roasted garlic, rosemary, and olive oil. Stir until dough is sticky and well combined.
2. First rise: Cover bowl with plastic wrap or a towel. Let dough rise 12–18 hours at room temperature until doubled in size.
3. Preheat oven & pan: Place a Dutch oven or heavy pot in oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
4. Shape dough: Gently transfer dough to a floured surface, shape into a ball without kneading, and let rest 30 minutes.
5. Bake bread: Carefully place dough into preheated Dutch oven. Cover with lid and bake 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
6. Cool: Remove bread from oven, let cool on wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Tips & Variations

• Extra garlic flavor: Roast additional garlic cloves and smear on top before baking.
• Herb variations: Add thyme or oregano along with rosemary for different flavors.
• Crusty loaf: Bake a few extra minutes uncovered for a thicker crust.
• Storage: Wrap cooled bread in a clean kitchen towel and store at room temperature up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.

Serving Ideas

• Serve with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.
• Make rustic sandwiches or paninis.
• Enjoy warm with butter or cheese.

Story Behind the Recipe

This No-Knead Roasted Garlic Rosemary Bread takes the traditional artisan bread approach and makes it accessible at home. Using roasted garlic and fresh rosemary enhances the flavor without complicating the process. Perfect for both novice bakers and experienced bread lovers, this loaf brings the aroma and taste of a bakery to your kitchen with minimal effort.

No-Knead Roasted Garlic Rosemary Bread

Rustic, artisan-style bread infused with roasted garlic and fresh rosemary. Soft inside and crusty outside with minimal effort.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 12 minutes mins

Servings: 1 loaf

Course: Appetizer, Side, Snack

Cuisine: Bakery, Italian

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Bread Dough

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp instant yeast
• 1.5 cups warm water
• 3-4 cloves roasted garlic mashed
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Dutch oven or heavy pot
• Wire rack
• Spatula or wooden spoon

Method

 

1. Combine flour, salt, yeast, warm water, roasted garlic, rosemary, and olive oil until sticky dough forms.
2. Cover bowl and let dough rise 12–18 hours until doubled.
3. Preheat Dutch oven in oven to 450°F (230°C).
4. Shape dough into a ball on floured surface. Let rest 30 minutes.
5. Place dough into preheated Dutch oven. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake 15–20 more minutes until golden brown.
6. Cool on wire rack at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Store wrapped in a towel at room temperature up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.