Baguette, the iconic French bread, is known for its crisp, golden crust and soft, airy interior. With just a few ingredients and a bit of patience, you can recreate this bakery favorite at home. This recipe will guide you through the process of making delicious homemade baguettes that rival any Parisian boulangerie.
Ingredients:
- 3 ½ cups (450g) bread flour (or all-purpose flour, though bread flour is preferred)
- 1 ½ teaspoons (8g) salt
- 1 teaspoon (4g) instant yeast or active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water (about 95°F/35°C)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, if using active dry yeast)