Whole Wheat Baguette Recipe
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Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Plastic wrap
- Baking stone or an overturned baking sheet for baking
- Razor or sharp knife for scoring
Ingredients
- 2 cups of whole wheat flour
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons of salt
- 1 ½ cups of warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- Olive oil for brushing
- Optional: sesame seeds, flax seeds, or oats for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a separate bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
- Gradually pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a baking stone or overturned baking sheet in the oven.
- Punch down the risen dough, then shape it into a baguette by rolling it out and folding it in thirds.
- Place the baguette on a baking sheet, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Just before baking, score the top of the baguette with a razor or sharp knife.
- Brush the baguette with olive oil and sprinkle with your choice of seeds, if desired.
- Slide the baguette onto the preheated baking stone or sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until it's golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.