Description
Crusty Chewy French Bread Rolls are the perfect blend of a crispy golden crust and a soft, chewy interior. Ideal for family meals or gatherings, these delightful rolls elevate any dining experience with their irresistible texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt, and 1 packet of active dry yeast. Stir well to combine.
- Gradually add 1 ¼ cups of warm water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Allow it to rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into rolls.
- Place the rolls on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- These rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- For longer storage, freeze them in a resealable freezer bag and reheat in the oven before serving.
- For a flavor twist, try topping with garlic butter or herb-infused oils before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg