bread machine recipes

Bread Machine Recipes

Bread machine recipes make it simple to bake fresh homemade bread with very little effort. By adding the ingredients to a bread machine and choosing the correct setting, anyone can create soft, fluffy bread with a golden crust. This classic bread machine recipe is ideal for beginners and produces a traditional white bread that works perfectly for sandwiches, toast, or serving alongside meals. Explore more delicious recipes like Bread Machine Recipes on our website.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 45°C)
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 package bread machine yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  • Pour the warm water into the bread machine pan.
  • Add the white sugar and bread machine yeast to the water.
  • Let the yeast mixture sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  • Add the vegetable oil, bread flour, and salt to the pan.
  • Place the pan into the bread machine and select the Basic or White Bread setting.
  • Start the machine and allow it to complete the full baking cycle.
  • When the cycle finishes, remove the loaf from the bread machine.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Slice the bread and serve as desired.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 loaf