Crusty, Airy Gluten-Free French Bread (1 Hour)

Updated at: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:17:20 GMT

Step 1

Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment, mix together gluten free flour, potato starch, yeast, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt on low speed until combined.

Step 2

Add warm water, eggs, apple cider vinegar, honey, and oil. Mix on low speed to let the dough come together, about 1 minute. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 5 minutes, scraping down paddle and bowl halfway through. The batter will be thick and stiff, but still slightly sticky.

Step 3

On a greased large sheet of parchment paper shape the dough into a large ball, using greased hands. (Spray nonstick cooking spray on them or rub with a little bit of olive oil.) Use a sharp knife to evenly divide the dough in half.

Step 4

Move one half to the side and pinch the other into a 12-inch log using greased hands. Use your hands to press into a flatter, 2-inch wide log. Pinch the long ends up together (like hot dog bun) and then flip over so the rounder, smooth shape is on top. (See images in the recipe post.)

Step 5

Repeat with the second log and position about 3-4 inches apart. For an authentic look, pinch the ends so they are tapered. Use a sharp knife to slash 3 diagonal slits on top, about ¼-inch deep. (See how-to images in the recipe post.)

Step 6

Move the parchment with bread to a baking sheet. Place a large piece of greased plastic wrap over the shaped bread and let rise in warm, draft free place for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450℉.

Step 7

When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap. Throw 5-6 ice cubes at the bottom of the oven (this creates a steamy environment for a crisp outer crust) and place the bread on the middle rack. Bake for 10 minutes. Loosely tent a large piece of foil over the baking sheet (to prevent the bread from over-browning) and reduce the oven temp to 350℉. Bake for 15 minutes longer.

Step 8

Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 9

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