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.
Blender, Large-size bowl, Medium-size bowl, Parchment paper or silicone baking mat, Rimless baking sheet, Wire rack
Ingrediënten
1cup134 g black olives
½cup120 ml water, heated to 100°F (38°C)
2tablespoons30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
1tablespoon21 g agave nectar
Zest and juice of ½ lemon
1clovegarlicgrated
1teaspoonfine sea salt
2cups240 g light spelt flour
1cup120 g white whole wheat or regular whole wheat flour, divided
2teaspoonsItalian seasoning
2teaspoonsbread machine yeast
½teaspooncanola oilto 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.