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    Low Carb French Baguette

    by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: June 29, 2022 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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    low carb french baguette on parchment paper with two slices

    This Low Carb French Baguette is perfectly crusty on the outside with a soft interior that melts in your mouth. This keto french bread goes well with a cheese plate, on a charcuterie board or amazingly in this Low Carb French Onion Soup recipe. With only 1g net carb per slice, it's a great low carb option.

    low carb french baguette on parchment paper with two slices and a bread knife this recipe

    Many low carb bread options are filled with fibers like psyllium husk powder, flax seeds or other unknown fibers that give me an upset stomach. So I set out to make a cleaner low carb and keto bread option without stuff you can't pronounce.

    Spread a pad of butter on this gluten free bread and I am suddenly sitting on a cafe in Paris overlooking the Jardin De Luxembourg.

    Jump To:
    • 🥘 Ingredients used for the baguette
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Steps to make this recipe
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Other keto bread recipes you might enjoy
    • ♨️ Top tips and serving suggestions
    • 💭 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍽 Other recipes you may like
    • Low Carb French Baguette

    🥘 Ingredients used for the baguette

    ingredients for the baquette

    Using simple ingredients for this recipe allows me to make this anytime I want fresh bread. The only ingredient that a low carber might not have on hand is the egg white powder but you can easily order it from amazon.

    • Almond Flour: ground blanched almonds are in this recipe which gives it a slightly nutty flavour plus it's low carb and gluten free.
    • Egg White Protein Powder: to help increase protein and also give more of that bread like texture to this french baguette.
    • Cream cheese: for that mild sweet taste and pleasant tang makes this gives some flavour to the bread.
    • Baking Powder: acts as a leavening agent and also helps the bread rise
    • Apple Cider Vinegar: to help strengthen the dough and make it springy like regular bread. It also helps it rise in the oven.

    👨🏻‍🍳 Steps to make this recipe

    How to make keto french baguette

    STEP 1: Preheat oven to 350*F and in a large bowl mix the dry ingredients. Then in another large bowl mix the wet ingredients until frothy.

    whisking the dry ingredients in a metal bowl
    Mixing the dry ingredients
    whisking the wet ingredients in a metal bowl
    Mixing the wet ingredients until frothy

    STEP 2: Combine the wet and dry ingredients together in one bowl and bring together using a strong rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Once together, use your hands to shape the dough into a baguette (about 10 inches in length) and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. (see video)

    shaping the baguette dough with hands
    Shaping baguette with hands
    shaping the baguette dough on the baking sheet
    Placing baguette onto a parchment lined baking sheet

    STEP 3: Score the bread with a knife and then bake in the oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until bread looks golden brown on the outside.

    scoring the raw baguette on the baking sheet
    Scoring the bread with a knife
    • STEP 4: Remove baked bread from the oven and allow to slightly cool before enjoying.
    low carb french baguette on parchment paper with two slices

    👨🏻‍🍳 Other keto bread recipes you might enjoy

    Here are some other keto bread alternative recipes

    Keto Bread Recipe

    Cheesy Keto Cheddar Rolls

    Low Carb Hamburger Buns

    ♨️ Top tips and serving suggestions

    Top Tip: Shape the low carb french baguette so that more bread is exposed to the air. In other words, try not to make it flat and wide, allow more to be exposed to the hot air. This will result in a crispier crust. Narrow and long is better than wide and short.

    Not going to lie, I specifically made this to be used in my Low Carb French Onion Soup recipe and it did not disappoint.

    Use this low carb french baguette recipe as a side instead of dinner rolls or use as a sandwich bread by slicing lengthwise. Perfect sub sandwich.

    • Serving: goes well on a charcuterie board, placed in a French Onion Soup, toasted slices topped with butter and a low carb jam for breakfast or use as a bun for sandwiches.
    • Storage: store in a plastic bag at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze in a freezer bag for up to 2 weeks.

    💭 Frequently asked questions

    Is french baguette keto friendly?

    A 1 inch slice of this low carb french baguette contains roughly 1g net carbs. Depending on your daily macros and what else you eat in your diet it could fit into a keto way of eating. Could also be part of a low carb and diabetic friendly diet as there is no sugar in this recipe.

    Is there a difference between French bread and a French baguette?

    Yes, a traditional French bread is wider and is less crusty where a baguette is narrow and has a crispier crust.

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    low carb french baguette on parchment paper with two slices

    Low Carb French Baguette

    Oscar
    Perfectly crusty on the outside with a soft interior that melts in your mouth.
    5 from 40 votes
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    Prep Time : 5 mins
    Cook Time : 30 mins
    Total Time : 35 mins
    Course : Side Dish
    Cuisine : French
    Diet : Diabetic, Gluten Free
    Servings : 10 people
    Calories : 52

    Equipment

    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl
    • Rubber Spatula
    • Baking Sheet
    • Parchment Paper
    • Whisk

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups almond flour
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon Egg White Protein Powder
    • 2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon cream cheese
    • ¼ cup warm water
    • 1 large egg
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F
    • In a large bowl mix together the dry ingredients and in another bowl mix together the wet ingredients. Mix both bowls together and then mix together with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.
    • Using your hands shape the dough into a baguette and place onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Score the dough with a knife.
    • Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
    • Allow to slightly cool before slicing into the bread.

    Notes

    Top Tip: Shape the low carb french baguette so that more bread is exposed to the air. In other words, try not to make it flat and wide, allow more to be exposed to the hot air. This will result in a crispier crust. Narrow and long is better than wide and short.

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    Nutritional Information

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0g
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    🌡️ Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

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    1. Paula

      March 12, 2023 at 1:45 pm

      4 stars
      I have just taken the baguette out of the oven. The top cracked a bit- the taste is good. Even though the dough was soft, it was easy to form. Should I have "worked" the dough a little bit-when I placed it in the oven? the top was smooth before baking.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        March 12, 2023 at 3:46 pm

        I only work the dough while I'm trying to shape it into a baguette. I don't mind the crack, makes it look more rustic.

        Reply
    2. Sneha Epstein

      March 27, 2022 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic recipe! The baguette was nice and light, not as dense as keto breads usually are. Baking for 30 minutes worked perfectly for me. Thank you, Oscar!

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        March 27, 2022 at 9:59 am

        Right on. I love it with a side plate of cheese.

        Reply
    3. Sneha Epstein

      March 21, 2022 at 9:45 am

      Hi Oscar, this keto baguette looks terrific! I have all the listed ingredients but for the egg white protein powder. Do you think just plain protein powder (whey isolate) could be used as a substitute?
      Thank you.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        March 21, 2022 at 10:00 am

        The best substitute would be to use egg whites if you have eggs on hand. So 1.5 egg whites for 1 tbsp of egg white powder. I haven’t tried subbing with protein powder, it might work. If you try I would love to know how it turned out.

        Reply
        • Sneha Epstein

          March 21, 2022 at 10:27 am

          Thank you for the prompt response! Maybe egg whites will be the safer option. 🙂 Excited to try it, thanks!

    4. Leann Havens

      November 04, 2021 at 1:40 am

      I have watched you on Instagram for awhile. I am now on your email list. What I want to say is, I am ecstatic to see nice clean hands and nails while cooking or baking. It is such a turn off to see dirty nails.
      Soap box over! Bread is something I plan to make.

      Reply
    5. Lillian

      October 13, 2021 at 9:42 am

      5 stars
      This recipe just blew my mind! I would have never thought of this method of making a French baguette.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        October 18, 2021 at 10:19 am

        Thank you Lillian

        Reply
        • Gemma

          January 21, 2023 at 5:21 am

          could I replace the almond flour with lupin flour?

        • Oscar Chimenti

          January 21, 2023 at 7:15 pm

          You can but I think the lupin flour will have a bitter taste to it when baked in its own. I would do half almond and half lupin if you can.

    6. Agnieszka

      October 12, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      5 stars
      I never thought that a low-carb baguette is even possible so I can't wait to try this recipe! Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Andrea White

      October 12, 2021 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      big fan of bread. this looks so good!

      Reply
    8. Genevieve

      October 12, 2021 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love making homemade bread and this low carb baguette looks delicious!

      Reply
    9. Kayla DiMaggio

      October 12, 2021 at 10:04 pm

      5 stars
      This low carb french baguette is so delicious! I eat so much soup and I am always looking for a good bread to go with it! This recipe was perfect!

      Reply
    10. Liz

      October 12, 2021 at 9:34 pm

      5 stars
      i didn't know bread could be low carb! so excited to have found this recipe!

      Reply

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