Crusty Mini Baguettes: The Best Homemade Bakery Treat
If you’re on the hunt for a delightful and easy addition to your meals, look no further than Crusty Mini Baguettes: The Best Homemade Bakery Treat! These mini baguettes fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread, making them perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With their crunchy crust and soft interior, they can be enjoyed with soups, sandwiches, or simply smeared with butter. This simple recipe requires just a few wholesome ingredients and brings warmth and comfort to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Bakery
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chew)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water and sugar in a bowl; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Combine the yeast mixture with flour and olive oil; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
- Shape into four mini baguettes and let rise again on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush baguettes with beaten egg and bake for approximately 18 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg