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Homemade Baguette Recipe

Homemade Baguette Recipe That Will Transform Your Baking Skills

This Homemade Baguette Recipe simplifies traditional baking methods, delivering impressive results with just a few ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 3 loaves
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-purpose Flour Essential for a strong dough base.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Aids in yeast activation.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water Temperature around 110°F (43°C).
  • 1 tablespoon Cornmeal or Flour Optional for dusting.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • floured surface
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar thoroughly.
  2. In a separate bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water, let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Transfer the shaggy dough onto a floured surface and gather it into a ball or mix in a stand mixer until smooth.
  5. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is elastic.
  6. Shape the kneaded dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, and cover to rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  7. For deeper flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for 8-12 hours.
  8. Once risen, transfer to a floured surface, deflate, and divide into equal pieces to shape into loaves.
  9. Allow shaped baguettes to rise for 45-60 minutes until puffy.
  10. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a skillet on the bottom rack.
  11. Slash the baguettes and add water to the preheated skillet, then bake for 20-25 minutes.
  12. Let baked baguettes cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gIron: 1mg

Notes

Store baguette wrapped in a paper bag for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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