No-Knead Seed Bread (Bowl-Baked)

No-Knead Seed Bread (Bowl-Baked)

Ingredients

• 1½ cups warm water

• 1 tsp sugar or honey

• 2 tsp instant yeast

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ¼ cup mixed seeds (sunflower, flax, sesame, pumpkin, chia, etc.)

• Extra seeds for topping

Instructions

1. Activate yeast
   In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.

2. Mix dough
   Add flour, salt, olive oil, and seeds. Mix with a spoon.
   The dough will be sticky — that’s perfect.

3. First rise
   Cover and let rise for 45–60 minutes or until doubled.

4. Prepare bowl
   Grease an oven-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Sprinkle seeds at the bottom and sides.

5. Transfer dough
   Pour dough into the bowl. Sprinkle more seeds on top.

6. Second rise
   Cover and rest for 20 minutes.

7. Bake
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes until golden.

8. Cool & slice
   Let cool slightly, then turn out and slice.

Texture

✔ Soft inside
✔ Crispy golden crust
✔ Loaded with seeds
✔ No kneading required

Q&A

Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes! Replace half with whole wheat for a denser, healthier loaf.

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free all-purpose flour + 1 tsp xanthan gum.

Q: Can I bake in air fryer?
Yes! 160°C for 20–25 minutes (check doneness with toothpick).

Q: Storage?
Keep in airtight container up to 3 days.