Lazy Day Bread

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Absolutely! Here’s a complete, rich, and cozy “Lazy Day Bread” recipe – the kind you’ll want to save, bake, and maybe even fall in love with 🍞❤️

Lazy Day Bread – Just 5 Minutes & Done 🍞

A No-Knead, Fuss-Free Loaf That Feels Like a Warm Hug

🌾 Introduction

Sometimes, the simplest things bring the most comfort. “Lazy Day Bread” is one of those magical recipes that proves you don’t need fancy tools, perfect technique, or even much time to create something beautiful. This is the bread for slow mornings, rainy afternoons, or evenings when you just want that freshly baked smell to fill your kitchen – without breaking a sweat.

This bread recipe is no-knead, meaning you mix it, let it rise, and bake. That’s it. It has a golden crust, soft and chewy interior, and goes with everything – butter, jam, soup, cheese, or just by itself. It’s beginner-friendly, kid-approved, and absolutely adored by lazy day lovers everywhere.

🧂 Ingredients

  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2¼ tsp or 7g) instant yeast
  • 1½ cups (360ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 1 tsp sugar (feeds the yeast)
  • 1 tsp salt (for flavor)

🥣 Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Dough (Takes 2-3 Minutes)

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
  2. Pour in the warm water and stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until the dough just comes together. It will be sticky and shaggy – that’s perfect!

Step 2: Let It Rise (Hands-Off Magic)

  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel.
  • Let it rest at room temperature for 2–3 hours, or until doubled in size and bubbly on top.

🕰 Lazy Lover Tip: Want to bake it the next day? Let it rise slowly in the fridge overnight – even better flavor!

Step 3: Shape (Barely)

  1. Sprinkle a little flour on your countertop.
  2. Scrape the dough out gently. Fold it once or twice into a round or oval shape – no kneading needed!

Step 4: Second Rest (Optional but Good)

  • Let the dough rest for 30–40 minutes while your oven preheats.

Step 5: Preheat & Bake

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place a Dutch oven (or any heavy oven-safe pot with lid) inside to heat for 30 minutes.
  • Carefully place the dough onto parchment paper, and lower it into the hot pot.
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake 10–15 more minutes until golden brown.

🔥 Method Summary

  • Mix ingredients (5 minutes)
  • Let rise (2–3 hours or overnight)
  • Shape loosely (1–2 minutes)
  • Bake in a hot pot (45 minutes total)

Total hands-on time? Less than 5 minutes. Total reward? Endless joy.

🕰 A Little History of No-Knead Bread

This style of no-knead bread became a global phenomenon thanks to Jim Lahey, a New York baker who revolutionized home baking in the early 2000s. Featured in The New York Times by Mark Bittman, the method promised incredible artisan bread with almost zero effort – and it delivered.

Over time, variations like this “Lazy Day Bread” emerged – streamlining the process even more for busy (or, let’s be honest, lazy) home bakers who still crave that golden crust.

❤️ For the Lovers of Lazy, Homemade Comfort

This bread is for:

  • The one who always forgets to defrost dinner
  • The student on a budget
  • The parent who wants a warm slice with soup
  • The romantic who knows buttered bread is sometimes all you need
  • The baker who wants slow joy without fast stress

🧠 Formation – Why This Bread Works

  • Instant yeast kickstarts the rise.
  • Warm water activates it without killing it.
  • Sugar feeds the yeast.
  • Salt controls fermentation and boosts flavor.
  • Dutch oven traps steam, creating that iconic artisan crust.

No kneading = less gluten development by hand, but long fermentation compensates beautifully.

🥳 Conclusion

With just 5 minutes of effort, this bread gives you a homemade experience that rivals bakery loaves. It’s humble, warm, and always welcomed at any table.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just someone who craves something simple and satisfying, Lazy Day Bread is more than a recipe – it’s a ritual of slowing down, savoring, and loving the little things.

💌 Made with love, from one lazy baker to another.

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