Bakers, what's the go-to flour for authentic French bread?

[Kurt]

Fellow bakers! I'm on a quest to bake authentic French bread and wondering, what's the best flour to use? Does the type really make a difference? I'm aiming for that perfect crust and airy inside. Would love to get your expert opinions and flour recommendations. Thanks a bunch!

 

[Kento Nanami]

Hi @Kurt ! To get that true French pastry experience of crispy and fluffy crust and inside, use all-purpose flour or bread flour - they have just the right gluten content for airy taste!

 

[aurora]

Fellow bakers! I'm on a quest to bake authentic French bread and wondering, what's the best flour to use? Does the type really make a difference? I'm aiming for that perfect crust and airy inside. Would love to get your expert opinions and flour recommendations. Thanks a bunch!

For that perfect French bread, you gotta get that high-protein, unbleached wheat flour known as "farine de blé". Don't mess with low-protein flours, okay? Happy baking!