The PERFECT Overnight Cinnamon Raisin Country Bread | No-Knead Dutch Oven Loaf

There's nothing better than the smell of homemade cinnamon raisin bread filling your kitchen. This is the ultimate guide to making a beautiful, crusty, and soft Cinnamon Raisin Country Bread with an easy overnight, no-knead method. Baked in a Dutch oven for that perfect artisan bakery finish, this loaf is a game-changer for home bakers and such an easy recipe! This no-fuss recipe requires minimal hands-on time. Just mix the ingredients before bed, let the dough ferment slowly overnight, and wake up to a dough ready to be shaped and baked. The result is a stunning loaf with an open crumb, a crispy crust, and sweet, cinnamony raisins in every single bite. 👇 FULL RECIPE & INSTRUCTIONS 👇 INGREDIENTS: · 4 cups Flour · 2 cups Warm Water · 2 tsp Salt · 1 1/2 tsp Active Dry Yeast · ¾ cup Raisins · 2-3 tbsp Ground Cinnamon · ⅓ cup Brown Sugar for extra sweetness INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY: 1. Mix: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour salt and yeast. Add the water and mix until no dry flour remains. 2. Add Raisins and Sugar 3. Overnight Bulk Fermentation: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for 12-14 hours (overnight). 4. Shape & Proof: Shape the dough into a tight boule. Place it seam-side down on a piece of parchment paper. Cover with a towel. Let proof for 10-15 minutes. 6. Preheat & Bake: Place your Dutch oven with the lid on into your oven and preheat to 425°F. 7. Score & Bake: Carefully turn the dough into the hot Dutch oven. Score the top. Bake with the lid on for 30 minutes. 8. Final Bake: Turn the oven up to 435°F. Remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until deeply golden brown and crusty. 9. Cool: Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. This is crucial for the texture! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00- The Magic of Overnight Bread 0:29- Mixing the Simple Dough 3:38- Adding Cinnamon & Raisins 6:38- Shaping the Loaf 9:32- Scoring and Baking 10:36- The BIG Reveal & Crumb Shot! TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: · Dough too sticky? Wet your hands instead of using extra flour. · Bread too dense? Make sure your yeast is fresh and you let it proof long enough. · Crust not crispy? Ensure your Dutch oven is fully preheated and you bake with the lid on for the full time. This Cinnamon Raisin Country Bread is perfect for toast, slathered with butter, or simply enjoyed on its own. It’s a foolproof recipe that will make you feel like a professional baker! SUBSCRIBE for more easy, foolproof baking recipes #CinnamonRaisinBread#NoKneadBread #DutchOvenBread #OvernightBread #ArtisanBread #HomemadeBread #BreadRecipe #dutchoven #EasyBaking #CountryBread #BonAppetit #BakingFromScratch