# Quick Rise French Bread

This quick rise French bread recipe creates a golden loaf with a crisp crust and soft, airy center, perfect for sandwiches or toast.

- Servings: 3 servings
- Total time: 185 min
- Category: Baked Goods
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 2.5 tsp salt
- 2.5 tsp sugar
- 2 cups warm water

## Instructions

1. Mix five cups of flour, a tablespoon of instant yeast, two and a half teaspoons each of sugar and salt in a bowl.
2. Then add in two cups of warm water.
3. Mix for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise until doubled.
5. Roll the dough into a log.
6. Score three times across the top.
7. Allow for one more rise until puffy.
8. Bake at 375°F until the bottom sounds hollow.
9. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

## Equipment

- bowl
- floured surface
- baking sheet
- oven

## Tips

- Don't skip the diagonal cuts on top; they help the bread expand properly while baking for a classic shape and texture.
- Add flour as needed if the dough is sticky during kneading.
- Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AzA8Zr13S/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/a6bb3dc8-6e9d-468c-baf9-0d49ab62b281
- Extracted: 2026-06-18

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