Who has time to knead dough anymore? Honestly, if you can get bread on the table without all the mixing, stretching, and waiting around, why wouldn’t you? These no-knead bread recipes are almost too good to be true—minimal effort, maximum results. Whether you’re looking for something crusty, cheesy, or even chocolatey, there’s a recipe here that’ll make you wonder why anyone bothers with kneading at all.
Homemade Oat Bread
This simple oat bread requires just 7 ingredients and an hour of your time. No kneading, just mix and bake. Perfect for when you want something wholesome with minimal effort.
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Dark Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Bread
This no-knead bread rises overnight and bakes in a Dutch oven. Loaded with cranberries, walnuts, dark chocolate, and cinnamon, it’s a holiday-worthy loaf that takes almost no effort but delivers big on flavor.
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Muesli Bread
Hearty and filled with muesli, this bread is perfect for breakfast or snacking. It’s a no-knead recipe that’s almost too easy to believe, but once it’s out of the oven, you’ll be glad you made it.
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Wholemeal Spelt Soda Bread
No yeast, no proofing, just a quick mix and bake. This spelt soda bread is ready in under an hour, packed with seeds, and has a hint of caraway. Perfect when you want fresh bread fast without the kneading headache.
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3 Minutes No Knead Bread Without Dutch Oven
No Dutch oven? No problem. This no-knead bread is done in minutes and still turns out great. Bonus: if all else fails, you’ve got yourself a perfect focaccia. Simple, quick, and too good to be this easy.
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Spelt Bread Loaf (No-Knead)
With just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes of hands-on time, this spelt bread is perfect for when you can’t be bothered to knead. It’s all about minimal effort and maximum results—because who’s got time for anything else?
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No-Knead Artisan Sourdough Bread Recipe
Crusty outside, soft inside, and no elbow grease required. This no-knead sourdough is your go-to when you want that classic loaf without spending hours. Throw it together today, bake it tomorrow—it’s that easy.
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No-Knead Rustic Whole Wheat Sourdough Bread Recipe
Forget kneading. This rustic whole wheat sourdough comes together without much effort and is ready in a day. With 60% whole wheat, you’ll get that hearty flavor without the hassle of mixing or kneading.
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No-Knead Herb and Olive Oil Bread
Simple, straightforward, and packed with flavor, this herb and olive oil bread is foolproof. Just mix, wait, and bake. No special skills or equipment needed—this loaf practically makes itself.
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Homemade Bread in a Dutch Oven
You’ve got 4 ingredients sitting in your pantry right now, so there’s no excuse not to whip up this Dutch oven bread. No kneading required, just throw everything in and let the oven do the rest. You’ll be baking this every week.
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Easy Beer Bread
Beer and bread, what’s not to love? This quick beer bread packs flavor with minimal effort. Slightly sweet, a little tangy, and ready in no time. Perfect for all your favorite comfort foods—just pass the butter.
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No-Knead Chocolate Bread
Chocolate in bread form? Yes, please. This no-knead chocolate bread is a perfect addition to any brunch spread or a quick snack with a little nut butter. No effort needed, but it tastes like you spent all day on it.
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Crispy and Fluffy Focaccia (No-Knead) Recipe
This focaccia is all about the crispy, fluffy contrast. The dough rises overnight in the fridge, which means you get that great texture without lifting a finger. It’s stupid simple, but the results are next-level good.
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Honey Beer Bread (No-Yeast/No-Knead!)
No yeast? No problem. This honey beer bread comes together with pantry staples and a can of beer. Mix it up, bake, and in less than 45 minutes, you’ve got yourself a loaf. It’s just too easy to pass up.
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Crusty Cranberry Pecan Bread
This Dutch oven cranberry pecan bread is stupid simple and requires zero kneading. Start-to-finish, you’re looking at just a few hours. The results? A crusty loaf that’s perfect for everything from snacking to gifting.
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Easy Jalapeño Cheese Bread in a Dutch Oven
No kneading, all flavor. This jalapeño cheddar bread comes together in a Dutch oven with minimal effort. In a few hours, you’ve got the perfect dunking bread for soup or sandwiches, and the cheese? Extra gooey.
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No-Knead Cheesy Garlic Bread Fingers
Mozzarella, garlic butter, and no kneading. This bread bakes up hot, fluffy, and cheesy. Serve with spaghetti or dunk it in marinara for an appetizer that requires no effort but tastes like it did.
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No Knead Rustic Rosemary Bread
A crusty, flavorful loaf that’s almost too easy. This rosemary bread requires no kneading, just a Dutch oven and some patience. Great for soups, sandwiches, or simply on its own.
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Dutch Oven No Knead Rustic Thyme Olive Bread
Packed with herbs and kalamata olives, this no-knead bread gives you rich flavors without any hard work. Just mix, let it rise, and bake. Perfect for when you want something impressive with zero effort.
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Gruyere, Olive, and Caramelized Onion Bread
Caramelized onions, green olives, and Gruyere cheese come together in this no-knead bread. It’s packed with flavor, and the best part? You barely have to lift a finger. A great side dish that feels fancy without the sweat.
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Chicken Flour Bread
This bread uses just two ingredients—eggs and chicken flour. No kneading, no fuss. You’ll get a fluffy, golden-crusted loaf that’s perfect for a quick, easy bake when you’re short on time but still want fresh bread.
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Traditional Irish Brown Bread
Made with whole grains and simple ingredients, this no-knead Irish brown bread is nutritious and packed with fiber. It’s quick to make and requires almost no effort—just mix, bake, and enjoy.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
