Crispy French Baguettes (Levain Bakery)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Crispy French Baguettes (Levain Bakery) recipe for your breakfast or snack

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2 loaves

Calories

1310

Sugar

Fat

Crispy French Baguettes are a traditional French bread that is enjoyed all over the world. Baguettes are great for breakfast or as a snack. They are perfect for making sandwiches or for dipping in your favorite soup. This recipe is made by the Levain Bakery and produces delicious crispy baguettes that are easy to make at home. The baguettes have a soft texture inside and a crispy crust outside, just like the ones from a bakery. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home!

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it stand until it foams.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
3.	Add the yeast mixture and cool water to the flour mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
4.	Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rise for an hour.
5.	Turn out the dough on a floured surface and divide it into two portions. Shape each portion into a long and thin loaf, like a baguette.
6.	Sprinkle the cornmeal on a baking sheet. Place the loaves on the sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
7.	Preheat your oven to 450 F. Score the tops of the loaves with a sharp knife. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy. Cool and serve!

PROS

This recipe produces delicious crispy baguettes that are perfect for breakfast or a snack.
The baguettes have a soft texture inside and a crispy crust outside.

They are easy to make and taste like the ones from a bakery.

CONS

These baguettes are high in calories and carbs.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
It is a good source of carbs for energy and has a small amount of protein. It contains no sugar, but it has gluten which some people are intolerant to.

	1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
	1 cup warm water
	3 cups high-gluten flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup cool water
	cornmeal , for sprinkling