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Basic Bread Shaping Techniques
Learn to shape loaves, rolls, braids, and artisan shapes like a professional baker.
Mediumโฑ๏ธ 15 mins + proofing๐ฝ๏ธ N/A
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๐ฅ Ingredients
- Proofed bread dough
- Flour for dusting
- Bench scraper
- Kitchen scale for portioning
๐ Instructions
- 1
ROUND BOULE: Fold edges to center, flip, cup hands around, drag.
- 2
BATARD: Flatten, fold top third down, seal, fold again, roll to taper ends.
- 3
BAGUETTE: Flatten, fold in thirds, seal, roll out to length.
- 4
ROLLS: Divide evenly, cup hand over dough, move in circles.
- 5
BRAID: Roll strands evenly, cross outer strands over center alternating.
- 6
Let shaped dough proof until nearly doubled.
- 7
Score tops of loaves before baking.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โMinimal flour prevents sticking while building tension.
- โShaping creates structure for good rise.
- โDon't overwork - develops too much gluten.
- โPractice makes perfect!
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
0 mins
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Total Time
15 mins + proofing
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