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How Long to Cook No-Knead Bread (Lean Dough Boule) in the oven
Specification: Fermented high-hydration dough boule transferred into preheated 5-quart Dutch oven
Target Temp
450°F (232°C)
Radiant Heat
Total Time
42–48 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
30m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
208°F (98°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Prepare no-knead bread (lean dough boule) (Fermented high-hydration dough boule transferred into preheated 5-quart Dutch oven).
2
Cook & Flip
Cook for 42–48 mins. Flip at the 30-minute mark for even browning.
3
Check & Rest
Deep mahogany blistered crust that sounds hollow when tapped firmly on the underside Confirm internal temperature reaches 208°F (98°C). Rest for 60 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Sullivan Street Bakery / Jim Lahey No-Knead Bread Standards & King Arthur Bread Guild
Pro Tip: Bake 30 minutes with the lid on to trap steam for maximum oven spring, then remove lid for the final 12–15 minutes to set a blistering crackly crust.
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