Quick Sour French Bread

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tangy, quick-bread style loaf with a crisp crust and tender crumb
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This Quick Sour French Bread offers a delightful twist on traditional bakery loaves by using sour cream and vinegar to create a subtle tang reminiscent of sourdough, without the long fermentation time. The result is a bread with a beautifully golden, crisp crust and a soft, moist interior that holds up well to slicing. It has a rich, comforting flavor profile that pairs perfectly with soups, salads, or simply with butter and honey for breakfast. Because it relies on baking soda and yeast for leavening, it comes together quickly, making it an ideal project for weeknight dinners or when guests drop by unexpectedly. It’s a versatile staple that feels gourmet but requires only pantry staples.

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Quick Sour French Bread

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 637.2

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This Quick Sour French Bread offers a delightful twist on traditional bakery loaves by using sour cream and vinegar to create a subtle tang reminiscent of sourdough, without the long fermentation time. The result is a bread with a beautifully golden, crisp crust and a soft, moist interior that holds up well to slicing. It has a rich, comforting flavor profile that pairs perfectly with soups, salads, or simply with butter and honey for breakfast. Because it relies on baking soda and yeast for leavening, it comes together quickly, making it an ideal project for weeknight dinners or when guests drop by unexpectedly. It&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile staple that feels gourmet but requires only pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ðF (200ðC) and lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the milk, vinegar, and sugar; stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside for 5 minutes to activate.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the bread flour, salt, baking soda, and yeast.
  4. Add the sour cream and the milk mixture to the dry ingredients; stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan or on the baking sheet; cover loosely with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.
  7. Using a sharp knife or razor blade, slash the top of the loaf 5 or 6 times with quick, confident cuts to allow for expansion.
  8. Brush the top of the loaf lightly with cold water to help create a crisp crust.
  9. Bake at 400ðF (200ðC) for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350ðF (175ðC) and continue baking for 10-15 minutes.
  10. The bread is done when the crust is deep golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  11. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack and let cool completely before slicing to prevent a gummy texture.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 637.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 20.6mg7%
Sodium 4902.1mg205%
Total Carbohydrate 119.5g40%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 5.8g
Protein 21.7g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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