Olive Mini Baguettes

These savory olive mini baguettes, infused with the flavors of pesto, are a perfect treat straight from the oven. Enjoy them warm, just enough to handle without burning your fingers or palate.
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 25 minuten
Cooking Time:20 minuten
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Equipment

  • Blender, Large-size bowl, Medium-size bowl, Parchment paper or silicone baking mat, Rimless baking sheet, Wire rack

Ingrediënten

  • 1 cup 134 g black olives
  • ½ cup 120 ml water, heated to 100°F (38°C)
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon 21 g agave nectar
  • Zest and juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups 240 g light spelt flour
  • 1 cup 120 g white whole wheat or regular whole wheat flour, divided
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
  • ½ teaspoon canola oil to coat bowl

Instructies

  • In a medium-size bowl, using an immersion blender or countertop blender, purée the olives, water, olive oil, agave nectar, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until combined (it doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth).
  • In a large-size bowl, combine the spelt flour, 1/2 cup (60 g) of whole wheat flour, Italian seasoning, and yeast.
  • Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  • Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes, adding the remaining ½ cup (60 g) whole wheat flour if the dough is too wet, until the dough is smooth and pliable.
  • Shape into a ball.
  • Lightly coat a large-size bowl with canola oil and turn the dough to coat.
  • Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled, 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Line a rimless baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Punch down the dough.
  • Divide into 6 equal portions and shape each into a mini baguette about 8 inches (20 cm) long.
  • Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C, or gas mark 5).
  • Remove the plastic wrap and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  • Let cool on a wire rack.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:
Serve these olive mini baguettes with a light olive oil dip or alongside a Mediterranean salad for an ideal appetizer or side.
Wine Advice:
A glass of crisp white wine, like Sauvignon Blanc, pairs well with the savory notes of these olive mini baguettes.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 32 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 8 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 0.5 g
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Recipe Category Bread / Side Dish / Snacks
Country Mediterranean
Season: All seasons
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