by Angela V I’ve just welcomed a shiny new bread-making machine into my kitchen!
I wanted to get a bread-making machine for a long time and found a compact machine with good reviews. So I decided to order it when it went on sale last week.
A certain magic fills the air when you bring home a new kitchen gadget, and my new bread-making machine is no exception. The sleek design, the promise of effortless baking, and the heavenly aroma of freshly baked bread—what more could a baking enthusiast ask for?
I have been sharing a bit about my bread-making journey on my social media, and some of you asked me to share my favourite recipes. Some people have lost their recipe books that come with their machines or want a tried and tested recipe that works.
So, today, I decided to share some recipes I have tried and loved so far.
But first, let me tell you why I love my bread-making machine.
Gone are the days of endless kneading and fretting over rising dough. With my new bread-making machine, I can toss in the ingredients, press a few buttons, and let the machine work its magic. The prospect of effortlessly churning out perfect loaves is a dream come true for someone like me with a busy schedule. And the freshly baked bread scent in my home, just pure magic.
What I love most about my bread maker is its versatility. It’s not just for basic white bread (though, of course, that’s a delicious option!). I can explore a world of possibilities—from whole wheat honey oat loaves to cinnamon raisin swirls, the choices are as diverse as my cravings.
Friends, embark on a journey of delectable homemade delights with my tried and tested bread-making machine recipes. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen explorer, these recipes promise a hassle-free, delicious outcome every time.
Please ensure you add the ingredients in the order they are written and measure everything carefully. Also, use fresh ingredients; your flour and yeast must be fresh! Those are key to using the bread-making machine.
FRENCH BREAD LOAF
French Bread Loaf
The easiest bread to start when using a bread-maker
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups Water, Room Temperature
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Kosher salt
- 4 Cups Unbleached bread flour
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Yeast, Active, instant or bread machine
Instructions
- Put all ingredients, in the order listed above, into the bread machine pan.
- Bake on French Program (select 2lbs loaf). Pick desired crust colour (I use medium)
CHALLAH LOAF
Challah Loaf Recipe
Delicious sweet bread recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 Cup Water, Room Temperature
- 5 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Room temperature, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 Large Egg, at room Temperature
- 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 3 Tablespoons Granulated White Sugar
- 3 Cups Unbleached Bread Flour
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Yeast, Active dry, instant or bread machine.
Instructions
- Put all ingredients, in the order listed above, into the bread machine pan.
- Bake on Sweet Program (select 1 1/2lbs loaf). Pick the desired crust colour (I use medium)
BASIC WHITE BREAD
Basic White Bread
A delicious and easy to make basic white bread recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups Water, at Room Temperature
- 3 Tablespoons Unsalted butter, at Room Temperature, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 Tablespoon Granulated White Sugar
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 4 Cups Unbleached Bread Flour
- 1/4 Cup Nonfat Dry Milk
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Yeast, Active dry, instant or bread machine
Instructions
- Put all ingredients, in the order listed above, into the bread machine pan.
- Bake on White Program (select 2lbs loaf). Pick desired crust colour (I use medium)
WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
This recipe was passed to me by my father-in-law, who has been baking bread for many, many years. It is healthy and delicious!
Whole Wheat Bread
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Water, Room temperature
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons of Honey
- 2 Tablespoons of Molasses
- 1 1/2 cups Whole Wheat Bread Flour
- 1 1/2 cups Unbleached Bread Flour
- 1 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 2/3 Cup of Seeds (mixture of poppy seed, sesame seed, flax seed, cracked wheat, oatmeal, millet, sunflower, pumpkin etc) Your preference of seeds*
- 2 Teaspoons Yeast
Instructions
1. Put all ingredients, in the order listed above, into the bread machine pan.
2. Bake on Whole Wheat Program (select 1 1/2 loaf). Pick the desired crust colour (I use medium)
Elevate your bread-making experience and discover the joy of creating irresistible homemade bread with the convenience of a bread-making machine. I love the machine I got, and I got it on sale!
Here’s the direct link to my bread-making machine.
What do you love to bake at home? What kind of bread is your favourite?
19 Comments on “My Tried and Tested Bread Making Machine Recipes for Irresistible Bread”
All the breads look sooo good! 😋 I only make white bread for the fam.
Rye bread is a favorite bread
I can’t wait to try the French bread loaf
So many great recipes I wish my bread maker didn’t break but I did have it for over 10 or more years.
Thanks for sharing. The whole wheat bread would be my favourite.
ok now I need me a bread maker. will have to nudge the idea to hubby lmao
These breads look so delicious. Thank you for sharing your recipes.
Thanks for sharing. Hope you make the cinnamon swirl one soon and give your review and recipe.
They all look yummy!
We make bread all the time over here. Nothing like a fresh warm bread. I do need an upgrade, my machine is so old lol.
Your father in laws bread recipe looks very delicious
Will add these to my recipes , love my bread maker and use it weekly
I love how many different kinds of breads you can make with it!
Great recipes…something for everyone!
Delicious
Thank you for sharing. I love my bread machine. I’m going to try your french bread.
I have never tried Challah Loaf looks delicious
makes the house smell so good
Going to try your whole wheat bread recipe since I am looking for one that’s a bit healthier. I have a bread machine that’s bit sitting for far too long. Time to start using it!