Fu-ttage Cheese Mini Baguettes
These mini baguettes, made with protein-packed Fu-ttage Cheese, are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy their crunchy texture and amazing flavor, even the next day!
Equipment
- Baking pan, Mixing bowls, Plastic wrap, Nonstick cooking spray, Wire rack, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup 90 g Fu-ttage Cheese
- ½ cup 120 ml water, heated to 100°F (38°C)
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon 12 g raw sugar
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
- ½ teaspoon dried minced onion
- 2 tablespoons 18 g vital wheat gluten flour
- 2 cups 240 g white whole wheat or regular whole wheat flour
- 1 cup 160 g brown rice flour, divided
- ½ teaspoon canola oil to coat bowl
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- In a medium-size bowl, combine the Fu-ttage Cheese, water, olive oil, sugar, and salt.
- In a large-size bowl, mix the yeast, onion, wheat gluten, whole wheat flour, and ½ cup (80 g) brown rice flour.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth and pliable.
- Add the remaining ½ cup (80 g) brown rice flour if the dough is too wet.
- Shape into a ball.
- Coat a large bowl with canola oil and turn the dough to coat.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 60 to 90 minutes, until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C, or gas mark 5).
- Lightly coat an 8-inch (20-cm) square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece into a small rectangle and roll each tightly into a baguette shape.
- Place the shaped dough in the prepared baking pan.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake for 24 minutes, until the baguettes are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
These mini baguettes are perfect on their own or served with a variety of dips like hummus or vegan cheese.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light, crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for a delightful contrast to the baguettes’ savory flavor.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 38 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 4 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 0.2 g
