Erin’s Recipe Rundown
Texture: Crisp, golden-brown crust with a soft, airy center.
Taste: Savory and light with hints of olive oil.
Ease: With only 5 ingredients, this is such an easy gluten-free bread recipe— Just plan ahead for the rise and chill times!
Top Tips: Baking this bread in a Dutch oven is key for the perfect crust!
Recommended GF Flour: This recipe was specifically designed with Caputo Fioreglut Gluten-Free Flour. Unfortunately, no other flour can be substituted with the same results.
Would I make these again? Yes! Sometimes a piece of crusty bread is just what you need to make the world feel right and this gluten-free artisan bread doesn’t disappoint!
xoxo erin
This gluten-free artisan bread uses the right kind of flour and a Dutch oven to create a beautifully crusted, bakery-quality loaf with the perfect soft and chewy texture inside.
Easy to make and perfect for any meal or occasion, no one will ever guess that it’s gluten-free!
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From Kelly: “Are you kidding!!! Where has this been my whole miserable gf life. I will now be making every recipe on your website. This bread was delicious!”
Table of Contents
- Erin’s Recipe Rundown
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How to Make Gluten-Free Artisan Bread
- Make-Ahead/Storage/Freezing Instructions
- Can I make this gluten-free artisan bread dairy-free? What about nut-free?
- Can I use a different gluten-free flour other than the Caputo Fioreglut?
- Can I make this bread without a Dutch oven?
- What can I serve with this gluten-free artisan bread?
- Gluten-Free Bread Equipment Links
- More Gluten-Free Bread Recipes
- Gluten-Free Artisan Bread (5 Ingredients!) Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here are a few notes on some of the key ingredients to make this gluten-free artisan bread. See the recipe card below for exact measurements.
- Gluten-free flour: This bread was specifically designed with Caputo Fioreglut gluten-free flour for the BEST crumb! It contains gluten-free wheat starch so keep in mind that it’s gluten-free, but not wheat-free.
- Instant yeast: The yeast, along with the sugar and warm water, give this bread the perfect rise. I like to use instant yeast since it doesn’t require proofing first.
- Olive oil: The rich olive oil is just as much for texture as it is for taste. It adds softness to the middle while helping to create that the crackly, crisp crust that makes artisan bread so irresistible!
How to Make Gluten-Free Artisan Bread
Here’s an overview of how to make this recipe. You can jump to the recipe for the full instructions!
- In the bowl of a stand mixer: Add in all of the dry ingredients and mix with a paddle attachment until combined.
- With the mixer on low: Slowly add the warm water and olive oil. Increase the speed to medium-high and continue to mix (about 5 minutes). The goal is dough that resembles thick cookie dough! Use an oiled spatula to scrape down the bottom and sides, then mix again until the dough is well-combined.
- Using gluten-free flour: Flour a 7-inch banneton with gluten-free flour. No banneton? No problem! You can oil a small mixing bowl instead. Set that aside and then lightly flour a flat surface where you can work the dough. Press the dough into a 2-inch thick circle. Pull the sides upwards, then towards the middle to form a loaf. Flip it over so it’s seam side down, then rotate it in place to seal the seam. Place the loaf in the banneton, seam side up.
- Rise and refrigerate: Cover the bowl with oiled plastic wrap. Let the loaf rise in a warm place (45-60 minutes). Once the dough has risen, chill it in the fridge before baking (30 minutes). This helps the loaf hold its shape!
- Using a Dutch oven: Place the Dutch oven (I like this 5-quart Lodge Dutch Oven) with the lid ON in the middle or lower rack of the oven. Preheat the oven to 475°F and let the Dutch oven preheat (at least 30 minutes). Gently turn the loaf out onto a piece of parchment paper. Use a bread lame (or sharp knife!) to score the top of the bread. Carefully remove the Dutch oven from the oven and use the parchment paper to gently place the scored loaf into the Dutch oven. Add 5-6 ice cubes around the edges, then quickly pop the lid back on to trap the steam inside.
- Bake: First bake the bread covered (30 minutes), then lower the oven temperature to 450°F (bake another 30 minutes). Remove the lid and let it bake uncovered until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped (another 15-20 minutes). You can also check its temperature to judge when it’s done (the center should be 205°F). Remove the loaf from the oven and turn it out onto a wire rack to cool (at least 3 hours). Slice and enjoy!
Make-Ahead/Storage/Freezing Instructions
To Make-Ahead: The dough can be prepared up to 1 day in advance. Follow the recipe through step 7, but instead of refrigerating it for 30 minutes, allow it to remain in the fridge up to 24 hours.
To Store: Let the bread cool completely, then store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
To Freeze: After the bread has cooled, wrap it in plastic wrap or foil, then place it in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for a few hours before serving.
Can I make this gluten-free artisan bread dairy-free? What about nut-free?
This bread is naturally dairy-free and nut-free! No need to make any adjustments to enjoy this recipe.
Can I use a different gluten-free flour other than the Caputo Fioreglut?
This recipe was specifically designed with the Caputo Fioreglut so it will only turn out correctly with this flour. I don’t recommend using other gluten-free flour blends!
Can I make this bread without a Dutch oven?
This gluten-free artisan bread gets its crispy, crackly crust from baking it in a preheated Dutch oven, using the ice cubes to make steam. Using other styles of pans will impact the crust and overall structure of the bread.
What can I serve with this gluten-free artisan bread?
This bread is delicious on its own, with butter and other spreads, or as a side dish for your favorite meals! It goes with comforting soups, like this Gluten-Free Minestrone Soup, and flavor-packed salads, like this Arugula Pear Goat Cheese Salad. And of course, it’s a delicious addition to Italian dishes too! Here are a few of my favorites: Gluten-Free Lasagna, Gluten-Free Meatballs, and Dairy-Free Baked Ziti.
Gluten-Free Bread Equipment Links
- I use this 5 quart Lodge Dutch Oven
- I recommend this 7-inch round banneton
- This recipe was developed with Caputo Fioreglut Flour
More Gluten-Free Bread Recipes
- Gluten-Free Focaccia (with Caputo Fioreglut)
- Gluten-Free Cheese Breadsticks (with Caputo Fioreglut)
- Gluten-Free Cinnamon Breadsticks (with Caputo Fioreglut)
- Gluten-Free Dinner Rolls
- Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread
- Gluten-Free Crescent Rolls
Gluten-Free Artisan Bread (5 Ingredients!)
Ingredients
- 4⅓ cups (650g) Caputo Fioreglut Flour
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 cups + 2 tablespoons (510ml) water, warm
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the Caputo Fioreglut flour, salt, sugar and instant yeast. Mix to combine.
- With the mixer running on low, slowly add the water and olive oil. Increase the speed to medium-high and mix for 5 minutes. The dough will resemble thick cookie dough, this is normal.
- Using an oiled rubber spatula, scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl and mix again until well-combined.
Shape/Rise
- Flour a 7-inch banneton with gluten-free flour. (You can also use a small oiled mixing bowl.)
- Scoop the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Press the dough into a 2-inch thick circle. Pull the sides upwards, then towards the center of the circle to form a loaf. Flip the loaf seam side down onto the floured surface and rotate in place to seal the seams.
- Place the loaf into the banneton seam side facing upward. Cover with oiled plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes.
- Once the dough has risen, place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking. (This helps the bread hold its shape.)
Bake
- Place a Dutch oven with the lid on in the middle/lower rack of the oven. Preheat the oven to 475°F. Allow the Dutch oven to preheat for at least 30 minutes.
- Gently turn out the loaf onto a piece of parchment paper. Using a bread lame or sharp knife, score the top of the loaf.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven. Using the parchment paper, carefully place the scored loaf in the Dutch oven, add 5-6 ice cubes around the edges and quickly replace the lid to trap the steam.
- Bake the bread covered for 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 450°F and continue baking for another 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped. (For a more accurate test of doneness, the bread is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads above 205°F.)
- Remove the bread from the oven and turn out onto a wire rack. Let the bread cool for at least 3 hours before slicing. This is important so the crust develops properly. Slice and enjoy!
I was wondering if I need to be worried about the 5-6 ice cubes around the edge of my hot Dutch oven maybe cracking my Dutch oven. Are you extra careful with the ice cubes being between the dough and parchment and that they don’t slide and tough the Dutch oven?
Hi Donna, good question! The 5-6 ice cubes are a small enough quantity that they shouldn’t cause enough of a shock to crack the Dutch oven. It’s a pretty common technique for bread like this so the Dutch ovens are usually designed to handle it. We hope you love the bread!
Hi Erin 🙂 just wondering for the oil do we use extra virgin olive oil or a light olive oil?
Hi Jenna! We use extra virgin olive oil. We hope you love the bread!
This turned out so good and I forgot the ice! Oops! It’s a bit too crusty for us, but the flavor and texture is hands down exactly like non gluten bread. I will try your loaf bread next. That might be right up our alley.
We’re so happy to hear the bread worked well for you even without the ice, Karen! We totally understand wanting to try other styles of bread. We hope you love the GF sandwich bread recipe! Happy baking!