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Instant Pot French Bread Recipe

If you are looking to make some fresh, warm French bread without having to wait for the yeast to rise, then this Instant Pot French Bread recipe is just what you need.


If you are looking to make some fresh, warm French bread without having to wait for the yeast to rise, then this Instant Pot French Bread recipe is just what you need.


French bread is a versatile, delicious treat that can be enjoyed at any time for breakfast or lunch. It has an earthy flavor with just enough sweetness to keep things interesting!


With this recipe, it's easy enough that even beginning cooks can do it with success! Whether you want a loaf of bread right now or have been wanting an excuse to buy yourself an Instant Pot, this is the perfect starter recipe.



What is French Bread?


French bread is a type of long, thin loaf that has been shaped into the usual baguette.

It's named for its country of origin - France!


French bakers would often use this dough to create longer and thinner loaves than their Italian counterparts because it takes less yeast (or more time).


The results are soft yet chewy crusts along side moist centers making them perfect alternatives to white flours based loaves found at your local grocery store.



How to Make Instant Pot French Bread


Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 40 minutes (IP) + 30 minutes (oven) = 1 hour 10 minutes

Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes


Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 tbsp quick rise yeast

  • 2 1/2 cup very warm water, divided

  • 6 cups flour

  • 2 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1 1/2 tbsp sugar divided

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1 egg white



Ingredients:


In a medium sized bowl, mix together the yeast and ½ cup of warm water.

Mix well and allow it to sit for 5-10, or until bubbly.