This Bread Machine Bread recipe creates a soft, fluffy loaf with a golden crust and is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with just a pat of butter. With just a few simple ingredients, your bread machine does all the work to produce a bakery-quality loaf right in your kitchen.
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C) 💧
- 2 tablespoons white sugar 🍬
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (or 1 packet) 🌾
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil 🛢️
- 3 cups bread flour 🌾
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
📝 Instructions:
1. Add Ingredients to the Bread Machine:
- Layer ingredients:
- Add the ingredients to the bread machine in the order recommended by your bread machine’s manufacturer. Typically, this means adding the liquids first (warm water and oil), followed by the sugar and salt, then the flour, and finally, making a small well in the flour to add the yeast.
2. Select the Bread Settings:
- Choose the settings:
- Select the Basic or White Bread setting on your bread machine.
- Choose your desired crust color (light, medium, or dark).
- Set the loaf size to 1.5 or 2 pounds, depending on your bread machine’s capacity.
3. Start the Bread Machine:
- Start the cycle:
- Press the start button to begin the bread-making process. The machine will mix, knead, rise, and bake the bread automatically.
- Check the dough (optional):
- During the first kneading cycle (usually within the first 10 minutes), open the lid and check the dough’s consistency. If it looks too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time. If it’s too wet, add a tablespoon of flour until the dough forms a smooth, slightly sticky ball.
4. Remove and Cool:
- Remove the bread:
- When the bread is finished baking, carefully remove the pan from the bread machine. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve:
- Once the bread has cooled, slice and enjoy it fresh with butter, jam, or as a base for sandwiches.
🍽️ Tips:
- Add-ins: For extra flavor, add herbs, cheese, or seeds to the dough during the second kneading cycle.
- Storage: Store the bread in a plastic bag or bread box to keep it soft for several days. This bread also freezes well; slice it before freezing for easy use.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 5 minutes
⏱️ Bread Machine Time: 3-4 hours (depending on your machine’s cycle)
🍽️ Servings: 12 slices
🔥 Calories: Approximately 180 kcal per slice
This Best Bread Machine Bread recipe delivers a soft, delicious loaf every time with minimal effort. It’s perfect for daily use, and you can customize it with various add-ins to suit your taste! 🍞🥖