Suz’s Easy French Baguette Recipe

Looking for an easy baguette recipe for a last minute dinner or for your family during self isolation? 

This is probably the easiest bread recipe you will find. The recipe is intended to make 2 large french baguettes, but you can shape it into one larger country-style loaf, or my kids favorite, smaller sandwich buns.

baguette recipe

1. In a large bowl mix together:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp active dry yeast

Mix and let sit aside for 5-10 minutes.

Note: I do not add the salt here, but with the flour and it still works out great.

2. Add 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 cups flour (you can use any kind, but organic is best). Mix with a wooden spoon until combined and tacky but not sticky.

baguette recipe

3. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.

4. Shape into a log-type baguette shape. Cut slits on the top and bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.

baguette recipe

Note: Baking time varies depending on your oven. I bake mine on a silicon mat and it helps prevent the bottom from cooking too quickly.

baguette recipe

Have you tried the baguette recipe? Let us know below how it worked for you.

easy baguette recipe

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Paige McEachren

Paige McEachren worked for 15+ years as a Corporate Communications Manager for world-leading technology and Pharmaceutical companies until she decided to leave the workplace and stay at home to help her two kids navigate life.