Four evenly golden-brown miniature baguettes are arranged in a cross pattern on a rustic wooden cutting board. Bits of fresh rosemary dot the airy, crisp crust. The end slice showcases the soft, cottony interior, inviting you to take a bite.

Rosemary Sourdough Mini Baguettes

Name: Rosemary Sourdough Mini Baguettes
Prep time: 180 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 205 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: Rosemary, 2 Tbsp fresh, finely chopped; Active Dry Yeast, 1 packet None; All-purpose Flour, 3 cups None; Warm Water, 1.25 cups None; Salt, 1 tsp None; Sugar, 1 tsp None; Cornmeal, for dusting None; Butter, 1 Tbsp melted

Category Bakes

Prep 180 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style French

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: November 12, 2025

Taste the quintessence of French bakery in your home with this exquisite twist on the traditional baguette. Our key ingredients of fresh rosemary, coupled with the subtly tangy taste of sourdough, make for a comforting bread that's perfect for these brisk autumn days.

Ingredients (for 4)

Rosemary - 2 Tbsp - fresh, finely chopped
Active dry yeast - 1 packet
All-purpose flour - 3 cups
Warm water - 1.25 cups
Salt - 1 tsp
Sugar - 1 tsp
Cornmeal - for dusting
Butter - 1 Tbsp - melted

Preparation

Step 1 - 💧🍚⏲️

Dissolve a packet of active dry yeast in 1.25 cups of warm water along with 1 tsp of sugar. Let it stand for 15 minutes until frothy.
Step 2 - 🌾🧂🌿

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of salt, and 2 tbsp of finely chopped fresh rosemary.
Step 3 - 🌀🥣🥖

Add the frothy yeast to the flour mixture. Stir until it forms a sticky dough.
Step 4 - 🖐️🥖⏲️

Turn out the dough on a floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5 - 🍲🌤️⏲️

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and leave it to rise until it's doubled in size, about 1.5-2 hours.
Step 6 - 🔪🥖🌽

Divide the risen dough into 4 even portions. Form each piece into a mini baguette. Place them on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. Cover and let them rise again for another 1 hour.
Step 7 - 🔥🌡️⏲️

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Step 8 - 🔪🥖🧈

Slash the tops of the baguettes with a sharp knife. Brush them with 1 Tbsp of melted butter.
Step 9 - 🔥🥖👂

Bake your baguettes for 20-25 minutes, or until they're golden brown and emit a hollow sound when thumped on the bottom.

Additional

Fun Fact: Rosemary, an aromatic evergreen shrub, has a love story with bread in many kitchens around the world. Its aromatic needle-like leaves infuse the bread with a distinctive, mouth-watering fragrance that'll have you coming back for seconds. For a twist, try adding dried cranberries or walnuts to the dough!