(Makes 1 round loaf)
3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour for chewier texture)
1½ cups (360ml) lukewarm water (about 95°F / 35°C)
¼ tsp (1g) instant or active dry yeast
1½ tsp (9g) fine sea salt
Optional: cornmeal for dusting, water for steam
💡 Pro Tips:
Weigh your flour if possible (1 cup = 125g)—it ensures consistency.
Use less yeast for slower fermentation = better flavor and texture.
A Dutch oven is ideal, but not required (see alternatives below).
Step-by-Step Instructions (Effortless, Artisan-Style)