Here’s a delicious, authentic French-style baguette recipe — crispy crust, chewy crumb, and that beautiful golden finish. It’s perfect for sandwiches, bruschetta, or just tearing and dipping in olive oil.
Authentic French Baguette Recipe (3 Baguettes)
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups (420g) bread flour (or all-purpose in a pinch)
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- Optional: cornmeal or flour for dusting