A Fragrant, Crusty Loaf with Minimal Effort!
This No-Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread is the ultimate easy, aromatic artisan loaf—featuring fresh rosemary, roasted garlic, and a crisp golden crust with an airy, holey interior. Perfect for beginners or busy bakers, this recipe requires just 5 minutes of hands-on time and delivers bakery-quality results!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ No Kneading Needed – Let time do the work!
🧄 Bold Garlic & Herb Flavor – Infused throughout the crumb.
🔥 Perfect Crust – Crispy exterior, soft interior.
⏳ Overnight Fermentation – Develops deep flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients & Substitutions
For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour – Bread flour works too (adds chew).
- 3 cloves garlic, minced – Roasted garlic adds sweetness.
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary – Or 1 tsp dried.
- 1¼ tsp kosher salt – Sea salt works too.
- ¾ tsp black pepper – Freshly ground for best flavor.
- ½ tsp instant yeast – Active dry yeast works (use ¾ tsp).
- 1½ cups water – Room temperature (about 70°F).
For Baking:
- 2 tbsp cornmeal – Prevents sticking (sub with flour).
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Dough (Day 1)
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, and yeast.
- Add water, stir until a shaggy, sticky dough forms (~30 secs).
- Cover with plastic wrap, let rest 18-24 hrs at room temp.
2️⃣ Shape & Second Rise (Day 2)
- Oil a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, sprinkle with cornmeal.
- On a floured surface, gently shape dough into a round.
- Transfer to skillet, cover with a towel, rise 2 hrs until doubled.
3️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Bake 30-40 mins until deep golden brown.
- Cool 10 mins before slicing.
Pro Tips for the Best Bread
🌡 Room Temp Matters – Ideal dough temp: 70-75°F.
⏳ Long Fermentation = Flavor – Don’t rush the 18-24 hr rise.
🔥 Preheat the Skillet – For extra-crispy crust (optional).
🍞 Test for Doneness – Internal temp should be 200-210°F.
Serving Suggestions
🧈 With Herbed Butter – Mix softened butter with extra rosemary & garlic.
🥣 For Soups & Stews – Perfect for dipping.
🧀 Charcuterie Boards – Pair with cheeses & olives.
Storage Tips
❄ Room Temp – Keeps 2 days in a paper bag.
⏳ Freezer – Slice & freeze up to 3 months (toast to refresh).
Delicious Variations
🌶 Spicy – Add red pepper flakes to dough.
🍅 Sun-Dried Tomato – Fold in ¼ cup chopped tomatoes.
🌿 Italian Herb – Swap rosemary for basil + oregano.
Final Thoughts
This No-Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread is crusty, fragrant, and effortlessly impressive—the perfect homemade loaf for any occasion!
Bake it today and fill your kitchen with heavenly aromas! 😋🌿