Description
A simple and satisfying loaf of crusty French bread with a crisp crust and tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose or bread flour
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (105–110°F)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
- Add warm water and olive oil to the mixture.
- Knead the dough by hand for 8–10 minutes or in a stand mixer for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled (about 45–60 minutes).
- Shape into a loaf and proof for another 20–30 minutes.
- Score the top of the loaf.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes with a pan of hot water in the oven.
Notes
For a crisp crust, use steam during baking by placing a pan of hot water in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg