Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M Recipe

Unlock the power of your bread machine with this foolproof recipe! This recipe yields a delicious, 1-lb loaf of soft and fluffy bread, perfect for beginners. No more relying on mixes – learn to craft your own bread from scratch. This recipe is your launchpad for culinary creativity: experiment with different flours (whole wheat, rye, etc.), fats (oil, butter, melted shortening), sugars (white, brown, honey), and add-ins like spices, nuts, seeds, cheeses, and herbs! Easily doubled for 2-lb loaf bread machines. Get baking and unleash your inner bread wizard!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 107.2 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M

  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 3 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

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How to Make Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M

  1. Add all ingredients to your bread machine pan in the order specified by your machine's manual. Most machines prefer liquids first.
  2. Select the 'basic' or 'dough' cycle. If your machine doesn't have a pre-programmed cycle, choose a setting that allows for a longer rise.
  3. Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

3g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M?

Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M takes about 190 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 185 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M?

Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M has approximately 107.2 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M?

The key ingredients for Basic Bread Machine Bread A B M are Water, Salt, Butter, Sugar, Flour, Nonfat Dry Milk Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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