14 Best French Bread Recipes for Perfect, Crusty Loaves
JANUARY 24, 2023
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If you've ever been to a French bakery, you know just how heavenly a piece of warm, freshly-baked French bread can be.
We've rounded up the 14 best French bread recipes so you can recreate that same experience at home. From classic baguettes, to quick and easy variations, these recipes will give you perfectly-crisp exteriors, soft, chewy interiors, and that delicious aroma that you can only get from fresh-baked French bread.
Get ready to transport yourself to a Parisian bakery with these delicious recipes! Bon appétit!
Gluten-Free on a Shoestring
Gluten Free French Bread
These classic loaves of gluten free French bread are just as crusty outside, soft and tender inside, as you remember. They're even quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight!
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Cooking With Karli
Instant Pot French Bread
Quick & Easy French Bread has the classic chewy outer crust with a soft, chewy inside. Thanks to the Instant Pot, two beautiful loaves of French Bread are hot out of the oven in under 90 minutes!
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
French Bread
Enjoy the delicious aroma of freshly baked French bread with this simple and easy recipe - a perfect side or snack for any occasion!
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Modern Honey
Homemade Bakery French Bread
Homemade bakery french bread in minutes. This super simple and easy french bread recipe will be a hit in your home. It only takes a little more than an hour to have hot, fresh bread straight out of the oven. Forget the bakery when you can make it at home!
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Family Focus Blog
Easy French Bread Recipe
Delicious and surprisingly easy French bread loaf.
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The Kitchen Girl
Soft French Bread Recipe
Easy soft french bread recipe made with flour, water, yeast, and salt in a stand mixer or by hand with step by step instructions. It's crispy right out of the oven. As it cools, it becomes a soft French bread you can use for anything!
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Cooklist AI
Effortless Artisan French Bread
Experience the aroma and taste of homemade Artisan French Bread without the fuss. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a warm and crusty loaf in just over an hour, turning your kitchen into an authentic French bakery.
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Ingredients
Directions
DOUGH
1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water (110°F). Let proof for 10 minutes.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine hot water, granulated sugar, salt, vegetable oil, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour. Mix together until well combined.
3
Add the yeast mixture to the large mixing bowl and mix well.
4
Gradually add the remaining 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing after each addition. The dough should start pulling away from the sides of the bowl when ready.
5
Cover the dough with a clean towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
SHAPING
6
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
7
Divide the dough into three equal parts. On a lightly floured surface, roll each part into a 9x12 inch rectangle.
8
Roll each rectangle up lengthwise, like a jelly roll, tuck and pinch the ends under, and shape into a French bread loaf.
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Place the loaves seam side down on a greased baking sheet or parchment-lined baking tray, spaced evenly apart.
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With a sharp knife, make 3-4 diagonal cuts about 1/4 inch deep on the top of each loaf.
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Brush the loaves with the beaten egg evenly.
12
Allow the loaves to rise uncovered for 30-40 minutes in a warm, draft-free place.
BAKING
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Bake the loaves for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and crusty on the outside. The bread should sound hollow when tapped lightly on the bottom.
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Zest for Baking
Golden Gluten Free French Bread
Golden gluten free French bread that tastes as good as it looks. Serve these golden brown loaves and watch them disappear!
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Home With Holly J
Debra's Braided French Bread
The most delicious braided french bread is the best recipe! You'll want to make this bread recipe often!
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Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen
Garlic Herb French Bread
This fabulous garlic bread is filled with lots of herbs and garlic then the top is spread with garlic butter that contains marjoram, thyme, parsley and basil. It's incredibly delicious and wonderful served with soup or your favorite Italian or pasta dish.
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Lil' Luna
Spinach & Artichoke French Bread
Spinach Artichoke French Bread - a deliciously cheesy appetizer!! French bread covered in cheeses, sour cream, spinach, artichokes, and seasonings! SO yummy!
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It's Always Autumn
French Bread & Garlic Spread
Enjoy the classic combination of French bread and garlic spread in this easy-to-make, delicious recipe from Gordon Ramsay!
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Chef Lola's Kitchen
No Knead French Bread
Here is a super easy French bread recipe. Honestly, you can actually make this every day. Yes, it's that easy with simple everyday ingredients and a couple of simple steps, you will be having a freshly baked loaf on your table. Even if you are not an accomplished baker, you will still be able to mak...
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Cottage Chronicles Blog
Easy Artisan French Bread
Four ingredients, no experience required for most amazing and beautiful bread you've ever made. You will be delighted by how truly easy it is to make this heavenly chewy, crispy crust, no-knead french bread.
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SueBee Homemaker
Chewy French Bread
A chewy and versatile bread, great for dipping in soup, as a sandwich, or just eating with a pat of butter!
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