Skillet Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistibly rustic Skillet Bread recipe. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this no-knead bread is baked to perfection in a preheated cast iron skillet, yielding a beautifully golden crust and a soft, airy interior. With minimal prep time and a foolproof rise, this recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. The use of warm water and a touch of sugar ensures a tender, flavorful loaf, while optional butter brushed on top adds a delectable finish. Serve this versatile bread warm with soups, dips, or as the centerpiece for a cozy meal—it's sure to impress family and friends with every slice. Perfectly crusty, bakery-style results right from your oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rest in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats.

Step 5

Gently scrape the dough onto a floured surface. With floured hands, shape the dough into a round loaf. Avoid overworking the dough to preserve its light texture.

Step 6

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven (using oven mitts) and lightly grease it with olive oil or butter. Place the dough into the hot skillet.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, make a few shallow slashes across the top of the dough to allow it to expand as it bakes.

Step 8

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 9

For added richness, brush the top of the bread with melted butter immediately after removing it from the oven.

Step 10

Allow the bread to cool in the skillet for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(722.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1705.9

Total Fat 43.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 3550.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.2g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7IU	0%
Calcium 53.1mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 452.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.1%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 67.7%