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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Petit Pain

Cultural Context

Originating in France, Petit Pain is a beloved staple in bakeries, often enjoyed fresh from the oven. These small bread rolls are perfect for accompanying meals or as a base for sandwiches. In modern times, variations can be found worldwide, with different flours and toppings reflecting local tastes.

FrenchFRside
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
450 g fine semolina
250 g flour
14 g fresh yeast
1 tsp salt
50 g soft butter
70 ml oil
70 g sugar
warm milk as needed

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats while margarine is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough starter offers a unique flavor, while baking powder is less expensive.

1

Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

2

Warm water until lukewarm, then add to the dry ingredients.

3

Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes.

4

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

5

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions.

6

Shape each portion into a small ball and place on a baking sheet.

7

Cover the rolls with a cloth and let rise for another 30 minutes.

8

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

9

Brush the tops of the rolls with beaten egg for a golden finish.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

11

Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

French Bread RollBaker's Roll
Local Name: Petit Pain

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