Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No kneading required – just mix, fold, and let time do the work.
- Crispy golden crust – thanks to the perfect hydration level.
- Soft and airy inside – with large irregular holes for an authentic ciabatta texture.
- Simple ingredients – only flour, yeast, water, salt, and olive oil.
The Ultimate No-Knead Ciabatta Bread Recipe
Bake the perfect ciabatta bread with this easy no-knead recipe! Get a crispy crust, airy crumb, and authentic Italian flavor with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
- 10 gr Fresh yeast or 3 grams dry yeast but only in emergencies
- 240 dl Lukewarm water
- 320 gr High-protein flour (Manitoba or Tipo00)
- 6 gr Fine salt
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the Dough – Dissolve the yeast in lukewarm water, then add olive oil, flour, and salt. Stir until just combined.
- First Rest (30 minutes) – Cover the bowl and let the dough rest at room temperature.
- First Stretch & Fold – With damp hands, stretch and fold the dough once.
- Second Rest (30 minutes) – Allow the dough to relax and develop structure.
- Coil Folds – Perform four coil folds to strengthen the gluten network.
- Third Rest (30 minutes) – Repeat another four coil folds.
- Final Rise (1 hour 15 minutes) – Let the dough rise until puffy.
- Preheat the Oven (250°C / 482°F) – Use a baking steel or stone for best results.
- Shaping & Baking – Turn the dough onto a floured surface, divide into four loaves, and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
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