Description
Dive into autumn with this delightful No-Knead Fruit and Nut Bread! Bursting with walnuts, pecans, and dried fruits, this bread is perfect for cozy gatherings and a flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 390 grams bread flour (about 3 1/4 cups)
- 113 grams all-purpose flour (just under 1 cup)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 3/4 cups cool water
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine both types of flour, salt, and yeast. Whisk these dry ingredients together to distribute evenly. Gradually add the cool water, stirring continuously, to form a sticky, shaggy dough. - Add Fruits and Nuts:
With clean hands, gently fold the walnuts, pecans, golden raisins, and dried cranberries into the dough. Ensure they are well incorporated and distributed throughout the dough. - First Rise:
Cover the dough tightly with plastic cling wrap. Let it sit at room temperature, on the counter, for up to 18 hours. Avoid placing the dough in warm spots to ensure a slow rise. - Shape and Second Rise:
After the long rise, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a smooth, rounded loaf. Transfer the loaf onto a large piece of parchment paper and place it into a Dutch oven. Cover and let rise for 2 hours in a warm spot. The dough should puff up slightly but won’t double in size. - Bake the Bread:
Score the top of the loaf with three shallow cuts using a lame or a sharp knife to allow expansion. Place the covered Dutch oven into a cold oven. Set the oven to 450°F (232°C) and bake for 50 minutes. After 50 minutes, remove the lid and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the bread reaches about 205°F. - Cool and Serve:
Remove the bread from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a wire rack. You can enjoy it warm or wait until it cools completely.
Notes
- Ensure the dough rises slowly for optimal flavor development.
- Experiment with different nuts and dried fruits based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg