Description
Discover the joy of baking with this Batard Bread Recipe, an artisan loaf that’s perfect for sandwiches or enjoying with butter. With its sturdy structure and delightful taste, you’ll be inspired to craft your own bakery-quality batard bread at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups (420g) bread flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 3/4 cups (420ml) warm water (105-115°F)
- 2 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons (12g) salt
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Deflate the dough, shape it into an elongated oval, and proof for another 30-45 minutes while preheating your oven to 450°F.
- Score the top of the loaf and bake for 20 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Use a kitchen scale for accuracy.
- Ensure yeast is fresh and active.
- Avoid over-kneading; target a smooth texture.
- Proof in a warm, draft-free spot.
- A baking stone or Dutch oven enhances crust quality.
- Cool the loaf fully to avoid gumminess.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: batard bread, artisan bread recipe, French bread, homemade bread, baking bread