Here’s a detailed recipe for No-Knead Rosemary Cranberry Bread with Olive Oil & Sea Salt — rustic, flavorful, and easy to make:
No-Knead Rosemary Cranberry Bread with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf)
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp sugar or honey
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1/2 tsp instant yeast
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1 1/2 cups warm water (about 100–110°F / 38–43°C)
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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2 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
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2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
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Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
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Add warm water and 2 tbsp olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
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Fold in cranberries and rosemary until evenly distributed.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let rise at room temperature for 12–18 hours (overnight is perfect).
2. Shape the Bread
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Generously flour a work surface and your hands.
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Gently turn the dough out onto the surface (do not knead).
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Shape into a round or oval loaf.
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Place the dough on parchment paper and cover loosely with a towel. Let it rise for 1–2 hours, until slightly puffy.
3. Preheat the Oven
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Place a Dutch oven or heavy oven-safe pot with lid in the oven. Preheat to 450°F (230°C) for at least 30 minutes.
4. Bake
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Carefully remove the hot pot from the oven.
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Transfer the dough with parchment paper into the pot.
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Lightly drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle coarse sea salt on top.
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Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the lid and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
5. Cool and Serve
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Transfer the bread to a wire rack and let cool at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Tips
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Flavor boost: Toast cranberries lightly in a dry skillet before adding to the dough for deeper flavor.
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Storage: Store in a paper bag at room temperature for 2–3 days. Freeze for longer storage.
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Variation: Add a tablespoon of orange zest for a subtle citrus note.
If you want, I can also give a quick version that skips the overnight rise and still gives a rustic, flavorful bread. Do you want that version?
