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Crusty Mini Baguettes

Golden, crunchy mini baguettes with a soft, chewy interior — the perfect homemade French bread rolls for everyday meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 6 mini baguettes
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Bakery, French
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1.5 cups warm water 110°F/43°C
  • 1 tsp sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife or lame
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Mix warm water and sugar, then add yeast. Let sit until foamy.
  2. Combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and knead into smooth dough.
  3. Let dough rise until doubled in size, about 1–2 hours.
  4. Divide dough into 6–8 portions. Shape into small baguettes and place on parchment-lined sheet.
  5. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Score tops and bake with steam.
  7. Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and crusty.
  8. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch, mist oven walls with water just before baking. Best eaten fresh.