Garlicky Whole Wheat Baguette
Chewy, crusty, and packed with garlicky goodness! This whole wheat baguette is perfect for dipping into olive oil and balsamic vinegar or serving as a side to your favorite meal.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- measuring cups/spoons.
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- plastic wrap
- Pastry brush
- wire rack
Ingrediënten
- ¾ cup 180 ml water, heated to 100°F (38°C)
- 1 tablespoon 21 g agave nectar
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 tablespoons 18 g vital wheat gluten flour
- ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
- 2 cups 240 g white whole wheat or regular whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon canola oil to coat bowl
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
Instructies
- In a medium bowl, mix warm water, agave nectar, and garlic.
- In a large bowl, combine yeast, salt, wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and flour.
- Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until dough is smooth and pliable, adding flour if necessary.
- Shape into a ball.
- Lightly coat a large bowl with canola oil, place dough inside, and turn to coat.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled (60–90 minutes).
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Punch down dough and shape into a 10-inch (25-cm) baguette.
- Place on the baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix olive oil with dried basil and brush onto the baguette.
- Sprinkle with a little flour.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Remove plastic wrap and bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Slice and serve warm with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for an easy appetizer or pair with soups and salads.
Wine Advice:
Pairs well with a light red wine like Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 160 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 3 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 0.4 g
