There\u2019s no denying that bread baking can be intimidating. We\u2019ve watched enough episodes of The Great British Bake Off<\/em> to know it\u2019s painfully easy for a loaf to turn out too stodgy or too dry, its crumb structure too tight or too open, and contain a multitude of other defects that\u2019d make Paul Hollywood weep. Luckily, no-knead bread recipes offer a much easier path. Instead of relying on vigorous kneading to develop gluten, they use time, moisture, and a few simple folds to create an airy crumb with remarkably little hands-on work.<\/p>\n Lest you think no-knead bread is any less delicious than its kneaded counterpart, we proffer the following recipes. They\u2019re ideal for beginners, but the results are impressive enough for bakers of any skill level. Full disclosure: Several recipes call for folding the dough, but that process is simple (we promise) and still far less labor-intensive than traditional kneading.<\/p>\n This beginner-friendly no-knead focaccia delivers everything we want from homemade bread: a deeply golden crust, an airy crumb, and plenty of olive oil flavor\u2014all without a stand mixer, special equipment, or prior bread-baking experience. An earlier version, Sarah Jampel\u2019s \u201cShockingly Easy\u201d focaccia, has earned a 4.7-star rating and more than 1,500 comments from enthusiastic BA readers.<\/p>\n Puffy, oil-rich focaccia gets a lot of love from home bakers for good reason. But its leaf-shaped French cousin, fougasse (pronounced FOO-gehs-uh), is every bit as delicious, just as easy to bake, and\u2014dare we say it\u2014even more impressive.<\/p>\n Jim Lahey\u2019s three-ingredient no-knead dough develops flavor during an overnight rise, producing a crisp, chewy pizza crust with very little hands-on work. Just be sure to start the dough the day before you plan to bake.<\/p>\n Looking for an easy gluten-free bread recipe? This hearty loaf requires no kneading, shaping, or scoring. The crumb is dense and chewy, with plenty of texture from rolled oats and chia seeds.<\/p>\n Studded with sharp cheddar and fresh jalape\u00f1os, this crowd-pleasing loaf from the Bon App\u00e9tit<\/em> test kitchen uses yeast for a reliable rise. Baking it in a preheated Dutch oven creates the steamy environment needed for a deeply browned, crackly crust and a tender interior.<\/p>\n A food processor does the heavy lifting here, bringing the dough together in a fraction of the time hand-kneading requires. The result is a soft, tender loaf that\u2019s ideal for toast, sandwiches, and dipping.<\/p>\n Finely grated, well-aged Pecorino gives this no-knead focaccia its signature savory flavor while melting seamlessly into the dough. The result is light, airy, deeply savory, and just cheesy enough.<\/p>\n Tomato paste spread beneath juicy cherry tomatoes delivers concentrated flavor in every bite of this summery focaccia. Even self-proclaimed raw tomato skeptics may find themselves reaching for a second slice.<\/p>\n A quick brush of baking soda water gives this no-knead bread recipe its deeply browned crust and unmistakable pretzel flavor. The chewy exterior and airy crumb make it a fun twist on classic focaccia.<\/p>\n These recipes were curated by Rachel, Bon App\u00e9tit and Epicurious\u2019s site director, a long-time food and drink journalist with nearly 20 years of experience. Published July 9, 2026. And here\u2019s another thing: You don\u2019t have to tell the people you serve that the bread is no-knead. When they ooh and ahh over its perfectly formed air pockets, just smile politely and soak up the adoration. We won\u2019t tell.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Discover 9 easy no-knead bread recipes from Bon App\u00e9tit, including focaccia, pizza dough, gluten-free loaf, and more. 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9 No-Knead Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n
Beginner-Friendly Focaccia<\/h3>\n
Fougasse (French Cousin)<\/h3>\n
Jim Lahey\u2019s No-Knead Pizza Dough<\/h3>\n
Easy Gluten-Free Loaf<\/h3>\n
Cheddar-Jalape\u00f1o No-Knead Bread<\/h3>\n
Food Processor No-Knead Bread<\/h3>\n
Pecorino Focaccia<\/h3>\n
Tomato Focaccia<\/h3>\n
Pretzel Focaccia<\/h3>\n