Easy Baguette
This easy baguette recipe is perfect for beginners, yielding crispy, golden loaves with a soft interior. Ideal for sandwiches or served fresh with butter.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 packet instant yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt.
- Gradually add warm water while mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1-2 hours).
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Shape the risen dough into baguettes and place on a baking sheet.
- Allow them to rest for another 30 minutes.
- Make slashes on the tops of the baguettes for decoration and to help steam escape.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crusty.
- Let cool before slicing and enjoy!
Notes
For a crustier baguette, spray water into the oven when baking. Store in a paper bag or cloth; avoid plastic bags to keep the crust crispy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 350mgFiber: 1g
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