Description
If you’ve ever wanted to make artisan bread at home, this *Ciabatta Bread* is a must-try. With its crispy crust, chewy interior, and iconic open crumb, it’s the perfect base for sandwiches, bruschetta, or simply dipping in olive oil. This easy recipe is perfect for those looking for dinner ideas, breakfast ideas, or a reliable go-to for a healthy snack. It’s a no-knead, high-hydration dough that brings professional bakery results to your kitchen with minimal equipment and effort. Whether you’re baking it as part of a quick breakfast or a slow weekend project, this easy recipe guarantees flavor and texture every time.
Ingredients
500g bread flour
400ml warm water
2 tsp instant yeast
2 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Gradually add warm water and olive oil, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
2. Cover and let rest for 1 hour. Perform a set of stretch-and-folds. Repeat stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes for 2 more hours (3 sets total).
3. Cover the dough and refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.
4. Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Divide into two portions and gently shape into rectangles. Do not deflate.
5. Transfer to parchment paper, cover, and let proof at room temp for 45-60 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a baking stone and tray for steam.
7. Slide parchment with dough onto the stone. Pour hot water into the bottom tray and bake 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp.
8. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use a digital scale to measure ingredients for accuracy.
Always allow the bread to cool fully to avoid a gummy crumb.
For best texture and flavor, don’t skip the overnight cold fermentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1 of 10)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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