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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    Wake Up to Freshly Baked Bread: 12 Overnight Recipes You Need to Try

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 28, 2024, updated October 28, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    There's nothing quite like waking up to the smell of freshly baked bread filling your home. With these 12 overnight recipes, you can prepare a variety of breads that are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or brunch. From classic loaves to unique flavors, these recipes will have you enjoying warm, homemade bread with minimal effort.

    No Knead Rolls

    No knead rolls.
    Photo credit: Occasionally Eggs.

    Making rolls can be simple and hassle-free. Just let the dough sit overnight, and you can bake fresh bread in the morning with no kneading required!

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    Cranberry Walnut Bread

    Cranberry walnut bread.
    Photo credit: A simple Palate.

    This homemade cranberry walnut bread has a wonderfully crunchy crust and a soft, doughy inside, and it doesn't need any kneading. It's a great addition to any meal and tastes amazing when toasted!

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    No Knead Whole Wheat Bread

    Homemade bread.
    Photo credit: Dish 'n The Kitchen.

    This easy dough comes together in just five minutes, allowing you to carry on with your day or get some rest. After letting it rise overnight, you'll end up with a beautifully baked round loaf that has a crispy crust and a soft, chewy inside.

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    Cinnamon Raisin Bread

    Raisin bread.
    Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

    This bread is packed with the wonderful flavors of cinnamon and raisins, making it a delightful treat. Its crusty exterior gives way to a soft, flavorful inside that’s perfect for breakfast.

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    Turkish Bread

    Turkish bread.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This traditional Turkish bread is light and fluffy, and it comes together without any kneading. It's a simple and delicious way to enjoy freshly baked bread in the morning.

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    Brioche Buns

    Brioche buns.
    Photo credit: Pinch and Swirl.

    These easy no-knead Brioche Buns are light, fluffy, and buttery, and they come together in just 10 minutes. You can let the dough rise the same day or prepare it the night before for a slow rise in the fridge.

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    Garlic Herb No Knead Bread

    Garlic herb bread.
    Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

    This simple recipe creates a tasty loaf of bread using a Dutch oven, and it requires minimal effort. There's no kneading involved, and the dough rises overnight for a fresh start to your day.

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    Overnight English Muffins

    Minimal Mess Easy Overnight English Muffins
    Photo credit: always use butter

    Overnight English Muffins are a simple way to enjoy fresh bread for breakfast without a lot of hassle. You can prepare them the night before and just bake them in the morning.

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    Dutch Oven Cinnamon Raisin Bread

    Cinnamon raisin bread.
    Photo credit: A simple Palate.

    This homemade cinnamon raisin bread is baked in a hot dutch oven, giving it a soft, doughy center filled with sweet raisins and cinnamon, along with a nice crunchy crust. The best part is that you don’t need to knead the dough at all!

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    Dutch Oven Bread

    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This easy recipe is great for those new to baking bread, and requires only a handful of ingredients. It's a straightforward way to enjoy fresh bread right at home.

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    Dark Rye Bread

    Dark rye bread.
    Photo credit: Occasionally Eggs.

    This is a simpler take on the traditional dark rye bread from northern Europe. It combines whole grain spelt and rye flour with cocoa and oats for a delicious twist.

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    Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread

    Rosemary garlic sourdough bread.
    Photo credit: Champagne Tastes.

    Sourdough bread is a favorite for many, and this easy no-knead recipe makes it simple to enjoy at home. Just mix the ingredients, let the dough rise overnight, and bake a delicious artisan loaf in the morning.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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