4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Make Your Own Delicious 4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration)

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

1100

Sugar

Fat

4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration) is a classic French bread, well-known for its delicious crust and soft, spongy interior. It is a staple at many family dinners and picnics. With this recipe, you can easily prepare four large baguettes that can be enjoyed on their own, or used as a base for delicious sandwiches and other meals. With a crispy exterior and a soft and fluffy inside, these baguettes are sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	Combine the 480g bread flour, poolish, and 480g of bottled water in a mixing bowl and mix until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest for 12-14 hours at room temperature.
2.	After this time has passed, add the sourdough starter, 665g bread flour, 436g of bottled water, salt, and instant yeast to the mixture and mix well.
3.	Allow the dough to rest for 20-30 minutes.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and divide it into four equal portions.
5.	Roll each portion into a long and thin oblong shape approximately 27cm long and 8cm wide.
6.	Place the baguettes on a floured surface and cover them with a damp towel. Rest them for about 30 minutes.
7.	Preheat the oven to 220°C and bake the baguettes for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

PROS

4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration) are fresh and tasty, and can be used to create a variety of delicious sandwiches and other meals.
They are relatively easy to prepare and can be stored for several days.

CONS

While 4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration) are delicious, they are high in calories and carbohydrates and may not be suitable for individuals on low-carb or low-calorie diets.

Ingredients like instant yeast and bread flour may be problematic for those with sensitivities to gluten or yeast.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The 4 Baguettes 450g ( 80% Hydration) recipe contains some healthy components such as sourdough starter which is a natural probiotic and may improve gut health. Selenium, fiber, and B-vitamins are also present which support overall health.

	480 g white bread flour , poolish
	480 g bottled water
	1 tablespoon sourdough starter
	665 g white bread flour
	436 g bottled water
	22 g salt
	1 teaspoon instant yeast