Soft Loaves

Name: Soft Loaves
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 7 ¾ cups; Water warm 2 ½ cups; Extra virgin olive oil 4 tbsp; Sugar 2 tbsp; Fine salt 4 ½ tsp; Fresh brewer's yeast 0.25 oz; Egg yolks 1; Water to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Makes: 4
Cost: Very low
Note + at least 3 and a half hours of rising time

PRESENTATION

A soft baguette recipe really brings everyday joy from making something by hand, right in your own kitchen. And you know what? In Italy, people just love baking these homemade soft baguette rolls called “filoncini morbidi.” There’s something so satisfying—really satisfying—about pulling these golden, tender little loaves out of the oven. They work great for any meal, whether you’re putting together a crispy sandwich or just need something moist to enjoy with soup. Folks sometimes get super creative with the fillings, tossing in spiced chicken and beetroot or a bit of fig for a sweet surprise. And here's the thing, this style of easy soft baguette is just as great on its own as it is piled high with tasty stuff. That soft bite makes it a hit for breakfast, lunch, or whenever you want a little homemade treat.

In many Italian homes, these rolls are basically a staple in the bread basket, always ready to pass around the table. The texture is something else: the inside stays tender and moist, while the outside gets a hint of that golden color everyone likes. You can slice them open and stuff them with cheese, meats, or even some grilled veggies. No question, you’ll see why these soft baguette bread rolls are so popular for sandwiches and snacks. If friends drop by, just set out a basket, and people will reach for them again and again. Trying different fillings is a big part of the fun, and there’s no need to be shy about mixing things up. For anyone who loves soft French bread or a nice soft baguette sandwich, making these rolls at home is pretty simple and actually really fun. Even kids get in on the action, shaping their own little loaves and dreaming up what to put inside. Whether you stick to traditional Italian flavors or go off-script with your own favorites, these soft baguettes bring warmth and creativity to any table. They’re perfect for any occasion, making every meal feel a bit more special. Seriously good.

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients for 4 loaves: Type 00 flour 7 ¾ cups (1 kg); Water 2 ½ cups (600 g) - warm; Extra virgin olive oil 4 tbsp (60 g); Sugar 2 tbsp (25 g); Fine salt 4 ½ tsp (25 g); Fresh brewer's yeast 0.25 oz (8 g)

For brushing: Egg yolks 1; Water to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Soft Loaves

To make the soft loaves, first pour the sugar 1 and crumbled yeast into the warm water 2 and stir with a teaspoon to dissolve everything 3.

Put the flour in a large bowl and gradually add the oil 4 and the water and yeast mixture 5, alternating the liquids while kneading with your hands to combine the ingredients. Once the liquids are added, also add the salt 6.

Continue kneading until you get a homogeneous mixture 7, then transfer it to the work surface and knead it briefly to form a ball 8. Put the dough back in the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for at least 3 hours in the oven off with the light on.

After the rising time, divide the dough into 4 portions of 1 lb each 10 and form balls 11 that you will roll out with a rolling pin 12.

You should get an elliptical shape about 12 inches long 13. Now roll the dough from the longest side, pressing with your fingers at each turn so that the roll holds its shape 14, then pinch the seam to seal it 15.

Transfer the obtained loaves onto 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper, placing the seam side down. Make cuts on the surface, then brush with the yolk and water mixture 16 and let rise for another 30 minutes. After this time, bake one sheet at a time in a preheated fan oven at 356°F for about 30 minutes, placing it on the middle shelf. Once the buns are baked 17, remove from the oven and let cool on a rack. Your soft loaves are ready to be enjoyed 18!

Storage

The soft loaves can be stored in a well-closed paper bag for about 3 days. They can be frozen after cooking and completely cooled.

Tip

For an even softer result, you can replace the oil with the same amount of butter, after melting and cooling it. Garnish with seeds on the surface for a crunchy touch!

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Soft Loaves

PRESENTATION

INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Soft Loaves

Storage

Tip

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