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Gluten Free French Bread from Scratch in Sixty Minutes

August 21, 2017 by Angela Roberts 25 Comments

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Delicious gluten free French Bread. Very easy to put together. #spinachtiger #glutenfreebread #glutenfreefrenchbread via @angelarobertsDelicious gluten free French Bread. Very easy to put together. #spinachtiger #glutenfreebread #glutenfreefrenchbread via @angelarobertsDelicious gluten free French Bread. Very easy to put together. #spinachtiger #glutenfreebread #glutenfreefrenchbread via @angelaroberts

Best Gluten Free French Bread
Gluten Free French Bread from Spinach Tiger

If you know me for my gluten free biscuits (which are wildly loved by my readers) and popular with google, you will know I take my gluten free recipes seriously. I tested those ten times before I was happy.

This recipe has almost been through as many rigorous tests.  I started with the basics of a  recipe I saw on line. I liked it, but it didn’t rise enough for me and I knew I could improve it. The crust was too a little too hard and it spread out so flat.

Here is a video to make it easy for you.

 

I love crust, so I’m not really complaining. I’m that person who takes the inside of the bread out and mostly eats the crusty outside.

I tried a couple ways to solve the problem, and finally ordered this  this French bread baking pan,. I  played a little more with my recipe. I decided to do four smaller loaves instead of two larger loaves. this was a good call, because they also make great sandwich loaves and you can freeze them easily.

Gluten Free French Bread

This pan is perforated and is the very best way to bake this bread. It will not stick. You don’t need spray or corn meal. You will need to spread the loaves out with an offset spatula but not all the way to the end.

Unbaked Gluten Free French Bread from Spinach Tiger

You are supposed to use a bread lame to score the bread.  I use my sharpest boning knife, and cut from beginning to end, wiping off the dough/batter each time. Since this is a very “batter” type dough, it’s not easy.  The scoring lets out steam and the bread has less risk of being gooey, often a problem with gluten free bread.

I’ve made this gluten free French Bread at least ten times now, testing various ingredients including non-fat dry milk, golden flax meal, and psillium husk, ingredients I’ve used in this gluten free artisan bread.  The bread that tested best for flavor and texture was the bread with the non-fat dry milk and golden flax.

This recipe can be used to make an Italian Gluten Free Bread.

The addition of one egg yolk and sesame seeds makes this bread seem similar to an Italian bread from Sicily.

This gluten free bread can be baked in cast iron pans, and dutch ovens or baked like a flat bread.

You may be scared away by the dough that is not really dough but more of a batter or think you’ve done something wrong. You will pour it into the bread molds. It will rise, but it will also spread out a bit.  It will bake beautifully and taste great.

You can also play around with vessels. You can bake this in a cast iron frying pan, but you will need to use parchment paper that has been buttered or oiled.

Gluten Free French Bread is Great for Sandwiches

I was excited to finally sink my teeth into a big fat BLT with Avocado with this bread. I’ve also made cheese steaks and Italian subs, something I didn’t think I would be eating again.

BLTA Gluten Free French Bread from Spinach Tiger

This  gluten free French Bread recipe is a “go to” recipe for us. I can tell you that it’s gone the hour it’s made, unless we get it into the freezer. The best thing about this recipe is that its easy and versatile. I use this basic recipe to make focaccia, which has the bounce I didn’t think I could get.

I also used it to flat bread pizza and deep dish pizza, so please so you won’t miss these recipes then when post.

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Best Tasting Gluten Free French Bread

Gluten free french bread that is crispy on outside and airy on the inside.
Prep Time1 hr
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time1 hr 30 mins
Course: Bread, Gluten Free
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 small loaves
Author: Angela Roberts

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice flour Order Here
  • 1 cup tapioca flour Order Here
  • 3 tablespoons non-fat dry milk
  • 2 tablespoons golden flax meal optional
  • 1 tablespoon xanthan gum
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water 110 degrees F.
  • 2 tablespoons rapid rising yeast
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 3 egg whites beaten slightly (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds optional

Instructions

  • Warm water to 110 degrees F.
  • Add yeast and sugar to the warm water.
  • Mix together flour, non-fat dry milk, golden flax meal, xanthan gum, salt in a mixer fitted with a paddle.
  • Once the yeast mixture is bubbly, add to flour mixture.
  • Mix until incorporated.
  • Add vinegar to egg whites.
  • Add egg whites mixture, butter.
  • Mixture will be very sticky. That's okay.
  • I use this french bread pan and the bread does not stick. If you don't have this, make sure you use parchment paper.
  • Place batter into vessel you will be using. It is recommended that you use parchment paper that has been lightly greased on both sides, unless you use the perforated french bread pan I recommend above.
  • Top with sesame seeds if you are using at this time.
  • Using a lamè or very sharp knife, make diagonal slashes. Go from beginning to end and wipe batter off each time.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Allow to rise for 25 minutes.
  • Before baking, you can brush with egg wash or melted butter if you desire.
  • Bake for 25 -30 minutes or until golden brown. If you make one large loaf in a cast iron pan or you make two loaves, you will have a longer baking time.
  • Allow to cool for at least ten minutes before cutting.

Video

Notes

If you are using a gluten free flour that does not have xantham gum added in already, add 3 teaspoons.

Please follow me on instagram. If you make this recipe,  please tag me #spinachtiger.

If you love this recipe, please give it five stars. It means a lot. xoxo


 

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Comments

  1. Kellie says

    August 15, 2020 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    Turned out great. Made it dairy free by using a dairy free butter and rice milk powder in place of the dry milk. Going to use leftovers for a dairy free French toast and I can’t wait!

    Reply
    • Angela Roberts says

      August 27, 2020 at 8:28 am

      That’s great. I didn’t know there was a rice milk powder.

      Reply
  2. Lou says

    March 7, 2020 at 10:47 am

    I want to make french bread and focaccia bread. Can i use rice milk as a substitute for non fat dried milk. Trying to go dairy free and gluten free in my recipes. Looking forward to using your recipes. Thanks Lou

    Reply
  3. mike says

    March 5, 2020 at 5:57 pm

    hello if using white rice flour with out xanthangum will the total of xantham gum be 1 table spoon, plus 3 teaspoons??

    Reply
    • Angela Roberts says

      March 5, 2020 at 8:14 pm

      I don’t understand the question.

      Reply
      • mike says

        March 6, 2020 at 11:49 am

        Hello if i am using plain white rice flour what is the total amount of xantham gum will i need to add? also is there a substitution for the dry milk? thank you…

        Reply
        • Angela Roberts says

          March 7, 2020 at 7:03 am

          Since I haven’t changed recipe, I can’t say this will work with taking out tapioca flour. I would keep the tablespoon of xanthan gum. As far as sub for dry milk, I don’t have one. I would skip it. I honestly don’t know if this recipe works just using rice flour.

          Reply
    • mike says

      March 6, 2020 at 11:37 am

      hello how much xantham gum will we use if we are using plain white rice flour.also is there a substitution for the dry milk powder thank you

      Reply
  4. Ariel says

    February 12, 2020 at 10:29 am

    5 stars
    Having to go GF, I was dreading losing bread but this recipe more than makes up for it. I made it for bruschetta and it was perfect. The only issue I have is what is the best way to thaw it out? Does it defrost like regular bread dough or does it need like water or something?

    Reply
    • Angela Roberts says

      February 13, 2020 at 7:32 am

      I never froze the dough, only the bread once made. I’m not sure how that will work.

      Reply
  5. Perihan says

    April 20, 2019 at 4:52 pm

    5 stars
    The only GF french bread I make at home. Love it w/my Turkish breakfast, with my soup at lunch and w/veggie stew at supper. Thank you for the recipe, I love it!

    Reply
    • Angela Roberts says

      April 21, 2019 at 7:28 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Tammara says

    July 25, 2018 at 3:56 pm

    I love crunchie bread! I plan to make this bread next week.

    Reply
  7. Anna says

    June 22, 2018 at 9:44 am

    5 stars
    I…miss bread.. I miss having a sandwhich, like everyone else..LOL.. I HAVE TO try this.. looks great

    Reply
  8. Aaron says

    August 27, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    Where does the non fat dry milk come in? It’s not included in the instructions. Thanks

    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 27, 2018 at 4:54 pm

      Step 1.

      Reply
  9. Marcelle/A Little Fish in the Kitchen says

    August 24, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    I make a gluten-free bread with a rice flour/oat flour mixture. I’ve never worked with tapioca flour, though 🙂 This looks like a wonderful bread recipe. Can’t wait to try it out!

    Reply
  10. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I can’t resist bread — it’s a huge weakness. The smell of bread baking is better than the most expensive perfume. What a great idea that you’ve a recipe for those who are gluten intolerant. I bet it makes fantastic crostini too. Have a wonderful day and don’t stare at the sun. xoxo

    Reply
    • Angela Roberts says

      August 21, 2017 at 8:34 pm

      Marissa, break is my weakness also. I’m very happy with how this turned out. It will make many gluten intolerant quite happy because it’s not hard and doesn’t take a lot of time.

      Reply

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Cheeseball and Peaches  have so enjoyed the lockdown this year! This is a rare moment when they are actually cuddling together. They cuddle people more. They have the large deck outside to roam. They race around chasing each other in the middle of the night and for them life is wonderful. Reflecting on the past year, I’m truly an optimist, even in 2020.  Many good things happened, shadowed by Covid fallout some because of Covid. The biggest down for me personally was the lack of adventure, connection, parties, dining out, inviting people over, talking to my customers face to face. These are not shallow things. They are the things that boost the immune system and prolong life. Bread and water shared with people trumps a huge feast eaten alone. So my happiest times this year have been with people I love and the getaway at my friend’s farm. Getting OUTSIDE without a mask, without fear has meant everything. The joy of the Lord is my strength and I pray for a lot of JOY for 2021, for as a believer, it’s never pitch dark. 
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Taco Tuesday can be keto with my grain free tortillas. Easy enough to make and they stack one on top of the other in the freezer. #linkinprofile https://spinachtiger.com/grain-free-tortillas-keto-low-carb/
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How warped time is now. Three days ago, bombing in Nashville. FBI says solved. Life goes on. Power restored. Went to my usual Monday morning workout. HOWEVER, my brain and heart can’t catch up this fast. Taking a day to chill, process, and look at the big fat year ahead. Bakery owner, full-time food blogger. Thinking about what new doors to open, what doors I should shut. I’ll leave you with this. 2020 started off amazing! I scheduled my first bakery classes and was so gleeful to be able to make one of my dreams come true. In March they all had to be cancelled. The bakery grew during the lockdown! The blog took a major hit in ad dollars due to pandemic. The blog grew substantially in 4th quarter. The blog broke all $ records this month. The bakery closed for three weeks substantial exposure to Covid (taking care of those infected) I never got it! 34 year old sister in law (ex) died suddenly of pancreatic cancer six weeks after diagnosis in July. Her father died five months later. My step mother’s duties increased a bit due to this. She inherited $10,000 from a separate source. So like everyone else, its been up and down and up and down and I didn’t even mention politics, riots, etc. WOW! However, unlike most people, I’m going to call this the best year of my life and marriage. WHY? I started a prayer call in March, praying 4 to 5 days weekly. It has changed my life, my husband’s life and those who come to pray. It has meant EVERYTHING!  By the way this is a cake I never wrote about. Blackberry w lemon mascarpone. What is the ONE GREAT THING of 2020 you experienced?
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Can food make you feel better? Sometimes. But it’s been a rough two days. Remember when I said on Christmas Eve, “may tomorrow be as nice as this day: That didn’t age well. What a time! Great little Christmas morning and then I looked at my phone. A BOMB exploded in downtown Nashville. 😡😢Even though I live miles away, our cell service is still not working. We lost internet and TV as did thousands in five states.  Doug ran to Comcast the next morning to get us a temporary account. The scary thing aside from a BOMB, is how vulnerable we are with no cell service or internet (AT & T) as it was all housed in one building with no back up plan. Did you know our infrastructure is this vulnerable? Many of us still can’t call 911 if we needed to. 🙁We are grateful no residents were harmed from the bomb. We still don’t know the “who” in the remains. We don’t know what to believe. 🤷🏻‍♀️I highly recommend watching the Netflix show, Manhunt Deadly Games (about Richard Jewell (falsely accused) and Eric Rudolph (the actual Centennial Park Bomber). Great insight into serial bombers, lone wolfs, and the FBI. 🙏🏻 for not just Nashville but for America.
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