Crispy Mini Baguettes Recipe

Ingredients:

• • 200g flour

• • 2g caster sugar
  • 3g dehydrated baker’s yeast
  • 2g salt

• 130ml lukewarm water
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions:

1. 1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
      • • In a large mixing bowl, combine 200g of flour, 2g of caster sugar, 3g of dehydrated baker’s yeast, and 2g of salt.

   2. Add Water and Mix:
      • Slowly pour 130ml of lukewarm water into the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.

1. 1. Let the Dough Rest:
      • Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
   2. Add Olive Oil and Knead:
      • • After resting, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the dough.
      • Knead the dough for 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
   3. Shape the Dough:
      • • Lightly oil your work surface, then continue to knead the dough, forming it into a ball.

   4. Let the Dough Rise:
      • Place the dough in a bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 30 to 45 minutes until it doubles in size.

1. 1. Shape the Baguettes:
      • After the dough has risen, divide it into smaller portions and shape each one into mini baguettes.
      • Cover and let them rest for an additional 5 minutes.

1. 1. Preheat the Oven:
      • Preheat your oven to 220°C (without the fan). Place an empty container in the oven to create steam later.
   2. Prepare the Baguettes for Baking:
      • • Make shallow notches on the top of each baguette and spray them lightly with water.

   3. Bake the Baguettes:
      • • Place the mini baguettes in the preheated oven.
        • Pour hot water into the empty container to create steam, which helps to achieve a crispy crust.
      • Bake for 15-20 minutes, keeping an eye on them to avoid over-browning.
   4. Final Touch:
      • • Optionally, spray the oven with a little water during the baking process to enhance the crispiness of the crust.

   5. Cool and Serve:
      • Once the baguettes are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve warm with butter, cheese, or jam for breakfast.
• Use the mini baguettes to make sandwiches, or serve alongside soups and salads.

Cooking Tips:

• • Knead the dough well to develop the gluten, which will give the baguettes a better structure.

• If the crust isn’t crispy enough, leave the baguettes in the oven for a few extra minutes but keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Nutritional Benefits:

• • Flour provides carbohydrates for energy.
  • Olive oil adds healthy fats.

• Yeast helps in digestion and contributes to the airy texture of the bread.

Nutritional Facts (per serving):

• • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 5g

• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fat: 3g