French Baguette

Cooking & Recipes | France

Cooking & Recipes | France

Classic French baguette
Nutrition information
% of daily allowance
Protein
16 oz
32 %
Fat
1 oz
2 %
Sugar
0.3 oz
1 %
Carbohydrates
30 oz
40 %
Prep Time: 120 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins
Total: 2 hours 20 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 500g (approx. 4 cups) strong bread flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 10g (approx. 2 tsp) salt
  • 7g (1 packet) instant yeast
  • 370ml (approx. 1 1/2 cups) lukewarm water
  • Olive oil or flour, for dusting

Instruction:

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt, ensuring the salt is spread evenly. On the opposite side of the bowl, add the instant yeast. (Direct contact with salt can deactivate the yeast.)
  2. Mix and Knead: Gradually add the lukewarm water and begin mixing until the mixture forms a sticky dough. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
  3. First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covering it with a damp towel. Let it rise in a warm place for an hour or until it has doubled in size.
  4. Shape the Baguettes: Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a rectangle and then fold the top and bottom towards the center. Seal the seam and roll to shape it into a baguette.
  5. Second Rise: Place the shaped baguettes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, allowing enough space between each. Cover with a damp cloth and let them rise again for 45 minutes.
  6. Preheat the Oven and Create Steam: Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F). Place a shallow baking tray at the bottom of the oven. Just before placing the baguettes in, pour a cup of water into the tray to create steam. This gives the baguette a crisp crust.
  7. Score and Bake: Using a sharp knife, make diagonal slits on the surface of each baguette. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and they sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. Cool: Once baked, transfer the baguettes to a wire rack and allow them to cool.
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