Whole Wheat Baguette
Fresh-baked whole wheat baguettes with a chewy crust and soft interior. Perfect for sandwiches, snacks, or serving with dinner.
Servings: 4 small loaves
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water about 120°F
- 1 cup all-purpose flour plus more as needed
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine whole wheat flour, brown sugar, and yeast in a large bowl.
- Add warm water and stir to combine.
- Mix in all-purpose flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Punch down and divide into 4 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a 12-inch log.
- Place on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Score tops with a sharp knife.
- Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Yield – 4 small baguettes
- Flavor Tips – Add seeds or a touch of honey for variation.
- Technique – Keep dough slightly sticky; avoid over-flouring.
- Storage – Store 2 days at room temp or freeze sliced.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 1172mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 4mg