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Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker review

It’s easy to understand the appeal of a bread machine like the Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker. It takes care of every step in the bread-baking process, including kneading the dough, letting it rise, and baking it to perfection. All you have to do is measure the ingredients, and a few hours later, you’re rewarded with a piping hot loaf of homemade bread to eat with dinner. 

There are a large number of the best bread makers available today, so how does the Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker stack up against the competition? This appliance has 16 different settings, including options for white, wheat, sweet, French/Italian, and quick breads, just to name a few. However, it stands out thanks to its horizontal loaf shape and three loaf sizes, and it’s also one of the only models that features convection baking, which promises to deliver a crispier crust and more even baking results. 

Even though I’m a professional product tester who’s spent years evaluating all sorts of kitchen appliances, I still usually opt to make bread from scratch or in one of the best stand mixers, and I was interested to see if the Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker could deliver similar results to my homemade loaves. I tested out the countertop gadget for more than a week, baking four different types of bread from the included recipe book. When all was said and done, I was smitten with the crispy, crunchy crusts that this machine delivered, but some recipes worked better than others. 

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Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker specs

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First impressions

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The Cuisinart Bread Maker was quite challenging to get out of the box. It was tightly packed with styrofoam, and it was practically impossible to get a good grip on the material without breaking it. I ended up laying the box on its side and shimmying the machine out carefully. The unit itself was wrapped in a plastic bag (unnecessarily, if you ask me), and the accessories, which included a measuring cup and spoon, were inside the baking chamber. 

My first impression of this bread maker was that it is very big. It’s the second model I’ve tested, and it’s almost double the size of the Oster Expressbake Breadmaker. The appliance has a sleek stainless steel exterior, and the metal doesn’t smudge too badly, which makes it easier to keep clean. 

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Given the size of the appliance, I was fairly surprised to find that the bread pan itself isn’t that large. There’s roughly an inch of space all around the bread pan in the baking chamber (likely for its convection function), and the whole right side of the appliance under the control panel is inaccessible. It definitely seems like the appliance could be smaller—or the bread pan could be larger.

The other thing I noticed when I unboxed the bread maker is that several of its settings are just “Rapid” versions of standard cycles. There are settings for rapid white, rapid whole wheat, rapid French/Italian, and rapid sweet bread, and they’re only around 30 minutes faster than the full cycles.

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Making white bread

The first recipe I tested was just a basic white loaf. This bread maker allows you to select from three different loaf sizes—1, 1.5, or 2 pounds—and I opted to go with the smallest size to start. To make the bread, you attach the mixing blade into the pan, then add the ingredients in the order listed. 

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The recipe called for water, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, dry milk, and yeast, and I knew from testing a different bread machine that you shouldn’t let the yeast touch the wet ingredients. This important tidbit is buried deep in the manual, and I think it would be beneficial to put in the recipe itself. 

Once all the ingredients were in the pan, I inserted the tub into the appliance—you push the pan down into plave, but it doesn’t click in or give any indication that it’s secure. From there, I selected the proper cooking cycle, 1-pound size, and a medium crust. Once I closed the lid and pressed start, the machine got to work mixing the ingredients together. 

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I was surprised at how long the machine kneaded the bread during this first cycle. The manual provides a timetable for all its bake settings, and the initial mixing/kneading for this type of bread is 34 minutes. About halfway through this first stage, the mixing pan actually came loose and started banging around in the baking chamber, sending my dogs into a barking frenzy. Thankfully, there’s a pause button that lets you stop the machine, and I was able to secure it back in place. You really have to give it a solid downward push to ensure it stays put during all that mixing. 

Once the bread finished rising, the machine beeped several times, letting me know that it was time to remove the mixing paddle. Unlike other machines, which simply bake the paddle into the bread, this model gives you the opportunity to remove it. It’s simply a matter of pausing the machine, pulling out the dough, removing the paddle, then reshaping and replacing the dough. I opted to do this step to avoid having a hole in my loaf, but you don’t have to. 

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Once the bread finished rising, the machine beeped several times, letting me know that it was time to remove the mixing paddle. Unlike other machines, which simply bake the paddle into the bread, this model gives you the opportunity to remove it. It’s simply a matter of pausing the machine, pulling out the dough, removing the paddle, then reshaping and replacing the dough. I opted to do this step to avoid having a hole in my loaf, but you don’t have to.  

The whole baking process, which includes several rising periods, took just over three hours—about what I expected given my experience with other bread makers. The loaf was a little tricky to remove from the pan, despite its nonstick finish, and I had to run a knife around the edges a few times before I could get it out. 

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Even with the small hiccup, this loaf of white bread came out great. It had a beautiful crust that wasn’t too thick, and the texture was similar to what you’d expect from a store-bought loaf. I realized after the fact that I actually forgot to add in the dry milk, but I don’t think it affected the end result at all. My partner and I used this bread for breakfast toast, sandwiches, and dipping in soup, and we both agreed it was a recipe we’d make again. 

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Making a French loaf

To try out a different setting, I decided to make a loaf of French bread to serve alongside baked ziti for dinner. This recipe had just four ingredients—water, salt, bread flour, and yeast—and it was quick and easy to get started. I opted for a 1.5-pound loaf with a medium crust, and I let the machine work its magic. I was sure to firmly press the baking pan into place this time, and it didn’t come loose, thankfully. 

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When the loaf was finished cooking, I had to wrestle it out of the pan. I actually resorted to using a hook tool that came with another bread maker to pry the loaf out, as it was firmly stuck. The machine did a good job giving the bread a thick, crunchy crust, but the texture wasn’t as light as you’d expect from French bread. If I made it again, I would select a light crust, as the bottom of the bread became rock hard after a few days.

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Making a cinnamon raisin loaf

I wanted to try out a fancier recipe, and the cinnamon raisin loaf was calling my name. I decided to go with a 2-pound loaf just because it sounded so good. For this recipe, you make an enriched white bread with milk, eggs, and sugar. When the signal goes off to remove the mixing paddle, you take the dough out and use a rolling pin to flatten it out. 

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The instructions say to aim for ¼-inch thickness, but the dough was very puffy and refused to cooperate. I got it as flat as I could, then spread the cinnamon-sugar and raisins over the bread before rolling it back up. 

The directions note that you should seal up the edges to prevent the filling from falling out, but again, that didn’t go according to plan. I tried pinching them together and even using water to seal them, but they kept popping back open. Eventually, I gave up and just put the semi-sealed loaf back into the pan.

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Even though the recipe didn’t quite go according to plan, the bread still came out great. It had a picturesque swirl in the center, and the edges sealed themselves as it cooked. It was absolutely delicious with some butter as a mid-morning snack, and I’d happily make this recipe again.

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Making a lemon poppyseed loaf

Finally, I decided to make a lemon poppy seed loaf as a weekend dessert. This is a “quick bread” that uses baking powder instead of yeast. As usual, I added all the ingredients into the pan and started the cycle. 

The instructions say to wait four minutes, then scrape down the sides of the pan, and I had to set my own timer to do so. The machine only mixes for eight minutes total, then it chimes, telling you to remove the mixing paddle. I have to say it was pretty gross fishing the paddle out of the batter, which is very wet and sticky. 

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I was excited for this loaf to finish cooking—it took two hours, which was longer than I expected—as the batter smelled and tasted great. (Yes, I sampled a tiny bit.) However, the bread came out really dense, and there were clumps of ingredients that didn’t get mixed enough. Unfortunately, this isn’t a recipe I’d make again. You’d be better off using a regular oven recipe, which would probably take about the same amount of time and effort.

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Cleaning the Cuisinart CBK-200

Both the baking pan and mixing paddle are dishwasher safe, but after baking normal loaves of bread, they were relatively clean. I ended up just wiping them down with a damp sponge, which was enough to get any lingering crumbs or flour off the non-stick interior. 

After making the lemon poppy seed cake, the pan and paddle were quite dirty, so I put them through the dishwasher. The exterior of the pan is uncoated, and it changed color a bit in the wash. However, this didn’t seem to affect its overall performance, and the interior was still in pristine condition. Beyond that, the only other thing I did to keep the appliance clean was occasionally use a dish towel to buff out fingerprints from the stainless steel exterior. 

Should you buy the Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker?

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The Cuisinart Bread Maker impressed me in certain areas while falling flat in others. The two white breads I made were delicious, and I love that this machine puts a thick, crispy crust on bread. It also stands out from other bread makers thanks to its horizontal loaf shape, which I much prefer to the tall, skinny loaves from machines like the Oster Expressbake Bread Maker. I think it’s safe to say this machine excels at the basics, but when it came to “fancier” recipes, its performance didn’t wow me as much. 

Overall, this appliance is a solid choice for anyone who’s planning to make simple breads and loves a crunchy crust, and it’s reasonably priced, as well. Just be sure you have plenty of room for storage, as it’s quite bulky–if you’re looking for something that will take up less space, the Oster ExpressBake Bread Maker might be a better option for your needs. 

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About this review, and our reviewer

Camryn Rabideau is a freelance writer and product reviewer who has been testing small kitchen appliances (as well as other home goods) for several years. She’s tested everything from toasters to oil infusion machines, and as an avid baker, she loves trying out any gadgets that promise to make her creations more delicious or easier to bake.

Camryn does her product testing from her small homestead in beautiful Rhode Island. When she’s not tinkering around with the latest home gadgets, she spends her time tending to her animals, working in her garden, or crafting.

Camryn Rabideau is a writer and product reviewer specializing in home, kitchen, and pet products. In her five years as a product tester, she's tested hundreds of items first-hand, including many, many kitchen appliances for Homes & Gardens. Camryn does her product testing from her small homestead in beautiful Rhode Island. 

Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker Review

The Cuisinart CBK-200 boasts a convection fan for better baking, but is it all just a lot of hot air? You may read my review to learn more about this Cuisinart bread maker.

Introduction

The convection fan of the CBK-200 circulates the hot air inside the baking chamber during the baking cycle as well as the keep warm cycle. This makes the bread machine more efficient when it comes to crust color and crispiness.

However, the convection fan might increase the effectiveness of the baking process just a little too much causing the bread crust to become darker and thicker than expected. The light and medium crust color settings might be the safer options if you do not like very dark crusts.

This Cuisinart CBK-200 convection bread maker review looks at all its features, advantages and disadvantages before reaching a verdict.

I also added a review of the previous model CBK-100 that might have been discontinued.

The Cuisinart CBK-200 Review

I start this review with a list of the most important features before discussing some functions in greater detail:

Sixteen Menu Options

The Cuisinart CBK-200 offers sixteen menu programs, but it does not allow you to program your own custom cycles. Experienced bread machine bakers might miss having the power to reprogram or tweak certain settings such as the rising or kneading cycles. Ordinary bakers might not mind using the factory settings.

The instruction manual provides a timetable for each program that even takes into account the crust color and loaf size. It provides times for the preheating, knead, rise and bake steps. It also shows the specific times when audible tones will sound to either throw in fruit or for removing the paddle.

Here are the 16 menu programs as listed on the control panel:

1. White
2. Rapid White
3. Whole Wheat
4. Rapid Whole Wheat
5. French/Italian
6. Rapid French/Italian
7. Quick Bread/Cake
8. Low Carb
9. Gluten Free
10. Dough/Pizza Dough
11. Artisan Dough
12. Sweet Breads
13. Rapid Sweet Breads
14. Jam
15. Last Minute Loaf
16. Bake Only

Menu option number sixteen is the bake-only program which does not knead or rise but only bakes. This may be used for baking previously prepared dough or for extra baking if a bread loaf needs to darken some more after a specific bread program has finished. It can be set for a minimum of 10 minutes up to a maximum of 90 minutes in 10-minute intervals.

CBK-200 offers 16 settings including Low Carb, Gluten Free and Artisan Dough.

Pause Function

The stop/pause button pauses a cycle for 15 minutes if pressed once. The bread maker will automatically resume the bread program cycle after 15 minutes has elapsed. If you want to resume the cycle before the 15 minutes are up, then you may press the start button. The pause feature might come in handy when you want the dough to rise just a few minutes longer before the baking cycle starts.

You need to press and hold the stop/pause button for three seconds if you want to stop a bread program. If you make a mistake with the loaf selection or otherwise, you do not have to unplug the machine and wait around for more than 15 minutes to reset it. Use the stop button and start over again by selecting the correct control panel settings and then pressing the start button.

Power Failure Backup

If the power goes off while the machine is busy, then the bread maker will keep the current bread making cycle in its memory for up to 15 minutes. If the power returns before that period of grace is over, the machine will resume the process from memory.

Please note that unplugging the bread machine to cancel a menu program is not the best way. You need to wait for 15 minutes until it loses its memory (by which time you might have lost your temper) before plugging it back in and starting again. Rather use the stop button: press and hold for about three seconds until the bread machine stops. Then you can choose new menu options.

Mix-Ins Audible Tone

A series of audible signals (4 sets of 5 beeps each) remind you to add mix-ins near the end of the second kneading cycle. It is on by default on most bread programs except for Low Carb, Quick Bread, Gluten Free and Last Minute Loaf. If you want to deactivate the signal, press the mix-ins button once before you press the start button. The mix-ins LED light will turn off to show that it has been cancelled.

Remove Paddle Audible Tone

The second audible signal (three sets of six beeps each) reminds you to remove the kneading paddle. It happens just before the last rise cycle when the mixing and kneading has been completed. Removing the kneading blade decreases the hole in the bottom bread loaf. The paddle shaft will still leave a small round hole.

The best way to remove the paddle is to press the pause button once so the machine will rest for 15 minutes. This gives you time to open the lid, take out the bread pan, remove the dough, remove the paddle, put the dough back, replace the bread pan and close the lid.

You may then press the start button to let the bread machine continue immediately with the baking cycle or simply wait for the pause period to end and the bread machine to resume. If this sounds like too much trouble, then you may leave the paddle in the pan and remove it from the finished bread. It is your choice.

End Bake Audible Tone

The bread maker will beep ten times to let you know it has finished baking the bread. It now keeps the bread warm for 60 minutes, at the end of which twelve beeps will sound to mark its completion. The keep warm cycle prevents the bread from getting too soft from moisture, but it is best to take it out as quickly as you can and let it cool on a baking rack. The bread crust will probably get a little darker if you leave it in too long.

Jam Cycle Audible Tone

During the jam making menu program there will be tones at the five and ten minute mark to remind you to gently scrape the insides of the bread pan clean with a spatula.

Loaf Size

Press the loaf button to select the loaf size that matches your bread machine recipe: 1, 1.5 or 2 pounds. The Cuisinart CBK-200 is set by default to a 2-pound loaf size. The gluten free and low-carb menu options do not allow you to choose a 1-pound loaf size. You cannot set the loaf size on the bake-only program.

Crust Colors

Crust color options are limited to the familiar three: light, medium or dark. The Cuisinart CBK-200 is set by default to a medium crust color. Sweet bread crusts tend to brown more easily because they contain more sugar and fat than other bread types. It would be best to choose a light crust color when baking a sweet bread, otherwise it might get too dark.

Delay Start Timer

It is important not to use perishable ingredients such as eggs or dairy products when you want to bake a bread using the 12-hour delay start timer. The ingredients might start to spoil before the bread is baked. If a recipe requires milk or eggs, then you might substitute it with dry milk powder or dried egg powder so that you may still use the delay start timer.

What is included?

The Cuisinart CBK-200 convection bread maker comes with its own instruction manual, measuring spoon and measuring cup. The instruction manual includes a recipe booklet printed on its reverse side.

Be sure to read the instructions carefully before using the bread maker. It contains operating instructions, explains features, talks about bread types, contains bread program timetables, provides bread making tips, provides troubleshooting tips as well as information on gluten free ingredients. Other useful bits of information can also be found within its pages.

The recipe booklet that comes with the bread maker contains a few bread machine recipes for each of the menu programs, except for the bake-only cycle. There are gluten-free bread maker recipes as well as recipes for making dough, artisan dough, jams, sauces and chutneys.

Advantages And Disadvantages

The CBK-200 is a popular convection bread machine.

CBK-200: Verdict

The Cuisinart CBK-200 convection bread machine is worth an extra few dollars, but its dark crust color option might darken the bread crust due to the action of the convection fan. Nevertheless, the CBK-200 is probably the best bread machine with a convection feature (buy on Amazon).

Cuisinart CBK-200 vs. CBK-100

The Cuisinart CBK-200 is a more expensive version of the older and cheaper CBK-100. Nevertheless, the CBK-200 has the convection fan as well as menu options for artisan dough and low-carb bread. Both these Cuisinart bread machines have a menu setting for making gluten-free bread.

The Cuisinart CBK-100 Review

The Cuisinart CBK-100 bread maker is built to make bread with or without gluten, to knead dough recipes and even to cook jam when you are in a jam. My Cuisinart CBK-100 review considers its features, advantages and disadvantages.

Cuisinart CBK-100: Features

Now that you’ve got the big picture, let’s look at the Cuisinart CBK-100 in more detail.

Control Panel

The control panel features the LCD screen (which is not backlit) as well as buttons for selecting the loaf size, crust color, menu program, rapid bake, delay start timer and the start/stop button. Here are the 12 menu options as well as a few notes on some of them:

  1. Basic/White (white flour bread recipes)
  2. French/Italian (bread with a crispy, brown crust)
  3. Whole Wheat (whole wheat flour recipes)
  4. Sweet (bread recipes containing high amounts of sugar, fat or protein)
  5. Gluten Free
  6. Packet Mix (prepackaged 1.5 or 2-pound yeast bread mixes)
  7. Cake (quick or batter breads)
  8. Dough
  9. Pasta Dough (mixes and kneads pasta dough)
  10. Jam (for cooking your own jams and chutneys)
  11. Bake-Only
  12. Rapid Bake

Rapid Bake Setting

The rapid bake menu option has its own button. It is not for baking bread very quickly (when the guests are already at the table) as the name might suggest. You may use it for a bread recipe that uses rapid rise yeast instead of standard yeast. You cannot set the loaf size or crust color when using rapid bake: it is set by default for a 1.5-pound loaf with a medium crust color.

Gluten Free Setting

Eating bread that does not contain gluten is vitally important for people with Celiac disease. The CBK-100 has a gluten-free setting that bakes this type of bread. The easiest way to bake a gluten-free bread loaf is to buy a packet of gluten-free mixture. There are also gluten-free recipes in the included recipe booklet that you can use if you want to start from scratch.

Keep in mind that fruit, nuts and seeds should be mixed in at the beginning with the flour mix. There is no audible alert for adding fruits and nuts when using the gluten-free setting. This setting has only one rise, and it bakes for longer to compensate for the wetter dough mixture.

It might happen that the mixture is so wet at the start that the gluten-free baking program is not long enough to bake the loaf completely. Decrease the amount of moisture in the recipe or add a few teaspoons of flour the next time you mix the ingredients. It might help. Otherwise, you will have to finish baking it in the oven for another 10 or 15 minutes, which can be annoying since you did not buy a bread machine just to use the oven as well.

Dough Setting

You may use the dough setting to mix ingredients, knead dough and take it through a single rise. You may then remove the dough, knead and shape it by hand and let it rise once or twice more before baking it in the oven.

The last rise is done outside the bread machine. If you do not like that, then use one of the bread menu programs which will take it through two rises. Listen for the second audible signal of 6 beeps, take out the dough and press the start/stop button to cancel the bread baking process. Put it in an oven bread pan and into a hot oven to bake.

Bread Loaf Sizes

The available loaf sizes are 1 pound, 1.5 pounds or 2 pounds. The bread loaf size is slightly deeper (about 7 inches) than it is wide (5 inches), so the loaf is rectangular. The 1.5-pound loaf looks like an oven-baked bread while the 2-pound loaf is quite tall.

You can choose between three crust colors for your loaf. Use the dark crust setting for a hard, tough crust and the others for a lighter, softer top.

Audible Alerts

The mix-in sound signal for adding fruit or nuts is activated on the following menu options: Basic/White, Whole Wheat, French/Italian and Sweet. It gives five short beeps toward the end of the second kneading cycle to remind you to open the lid and add the extra ingredients.

Six short beeps will sound at the end of the kneading cycles (before the last rise) to remind you to remove the kneading paddle or reshape the dough. The bread machine will pause for 15 minutes, then resume with the baking process. At the end of the baking cycle there are 15 beeps to tell you the machine has finished its baking program. It now switches to keeping the bread warm for 60 minutes.

Order of Ingredients

The correct order for putting ingredients into the bread pan is liquids first, dry ingredients second and yeast last. The yeast is activated when it comes into contact with the liquid, so do not let it get wet until the mixing cycle starts. The water should be at room temperature. If the water is boiling hot it will kill the yeast and if it is uncomfortably cold the yeast will not activate.

Plug in the appliance and start pressing buttons after the bread pan is in place and the lid is closed. You may add extra liquid or bread flour one teaspoon at a time if the dough is too dry or too wet.

The bread maker might take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours to preheat, mix, knead, rise and bake a bread loaf depending on the type of bread program you use.

Costs And Benefits

CBK-100: Verdict

Please read the instruction manual before you attempt to operate this Cuisinart bread machine. Do not throw away the packaging materials or the box since you might need it again if the bread maker develops a serious problem.

Remember to rinse the bread pan, kneading paddle and measuring utensils before using it for the first time. It is very important to use exact measurements when adding the ingredients. Follow the bread machine recipes very closely: exact measurements are required.

The Cuisinart CBK-100 is an affordable, shiny, single paddle bread maker that is popular with gluten-free bread machine bakers. Those that are not sensitive to gluten will find all the basic bread programs they need to make delicious bread loaves at home.

It seems like the Cuisinart CBK-100 was discontinued by the manufacturer, hence you might not find any sellers anymore (shop now on Amazon).

Bread maker: how to choose a model for home

It is generally accepted that the first bread maker was invented in Boston (USA) at the beginning of the twentieth century. The machine was an apparatus that kneaded dough, molded and baked bread. The device can skillfully bake only one kind of bakery products. Modern models can cook classic white bread, a bran product and a French roll. On sale there are bread machines for 2 loaves. They make cakes, pies with raisins and candied fruit, buns, biscuits, Easter cakes, bagels and other pastries. All that is required of a person is to fill in the ingredients and close the lid. The baker will do the rest. The cost of the product is less than the factory cost, but the main thing is that the hostess knows exactly what the bread is made of. nine0005

The market offers household models that vary in shape, size, specifications and price. We will help you figure out how to choose a bread machine, and tell you what else this device can do.

Many housewives do not dare to bake products from yeast dough on their own, fearing the complexity of a multi-stage technological process. The bread maker solves this problem: you only need to load the products according to the recipe and select the program. In a few hours you will get a freshly baked loaf with a crispy crust and a tender, light crumb. Modern models of bread machines offer express baking programs lasting 40 minutes. In addition to bread, the devices can knead different types of dough and even make jam. nine0005

Important criteria when choosing a bread maker

Size

Modern automatic bread machines vary in size. And this indicator primarily refers not to the physical size of the device, but to the volume of the baked product.

Power

The higher the power, the faster the heater heats up and the bread bakes. But, at the same time, the more powerful the device, the greater the power consumption. So which bread maker to choose for your home? Universal power for a home assistant - 500-650 watts. High power models (<1500 watts) can most often bake two loaves of bread at the same time. nine0005

Control type

According to this criterion, two types of devices are distinguished:

Mold volume

An important indicator influencing the choice of a bread maker. The required capacity of the device is determined by the quantitative composition of the family. The stores offer models with a bowl volume of 500 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml, 1200 ml. nine0005

Housing material

The outer shell of the device can be chosen according to the taste preferences of the hostess or the interior design of the kitchen. The body material does not affect the functionality of the equipment. The market offers cases made of metal and plastic.

Bowl material

The inner mold of the bread maker can be made of ceramic or metal with a non-stick coating (aluminum and steel are most common). nine0005

The shape of the bread that the bread machine will produce depends on the configuration of the bowl. Most models are equipped with square shapes. On sale there are also devices with cylindrical buckets and models in which you can bake horizontally oriented rectangular loaves, similar to store "bricks".

Dispenser

A special compartment for additives allows you to make pastries with nuts, dried fruits and other ingredients. At the right time, the bread maker automatically kneads the contents of the dispenser into the dough. nine0005

Timer and keep warm function

These options make it possible to set the start time of cooking and maintain the desired temperature of the finished product.

Valve

To avoid heat build-up and overheating of the device, it is important to choose a bread maker with a special valve to remove excess hot vapors.

Bread machine: which one to choose for home use?

For household use it is not necessary to consider professional bread machines. The choice of a device for baking bread at home is dictated by the functionality, comfort and ease of use of the equipment. We have put together 5 tips to help you choose a homemade bread maker. nine0005

  1. For a family of two, a compact model that bakes 500 g loaves is enough. But if there are more family members, it makes sense to buy a bread maker with a larger bowl capacity.
  2. Models with an LCD display are convenient in that they display the current process. Through the transparent viewing window, it is convenient to control the proofing of the dough and the stages of preparation.
  3. The cost of the bread maker is increased by additional features, such as delayed start, dispenser or express baking. Modern models can have several dozen automatic programs, the function of choosing the degree of rosiness and frying the crust. Fans of experimenting should pay attention to devices with the ability to cook and memorize author's recipes. nine0026
  4. It is convenient when the keys are signed, and the list of programs is duplicated on the body of the bread machine. Pay attention to the user manual and the presence of step-by-step illustrated recipes.
  5. A useful additional function is to store the current settings in memory. In the event of a momentary power outage, the machine will continue to work from where it left off.

The best bread machines: popular models

Zojirushi Home Bakery Virtuoso Plus Breadmaker

https://www.target.com

The 700W premium appliance is equipped with double heating element and petal blades. The presence of 15 different types of programs in the bread machine allows you to bake classic, whole grain, vegan and gluten-free products.

Product benefits:

Includes a set of measuring cups for liquid, flour and other dry ingredients, measuring spoon and recipe book. The price of a bread maker is about $460.

Hamilton Beach 2 lb Digital Bread Maker Model# 29881

https://www.walmart.com

Budget model with a compact body from one of the most popular American brands will fit even in a small kitchen. 12 basic modes provide for the preparation of various types of pastries.
Device advantages:

Includes 2 kneading paddles and recipe booklet.

Walmart Bread Maker $50.

Oster Expressbake Breadmaker

https://www.amazon. com

Compact 650 W bread maker suitable for quick bread preparation. Most devices take about three hours to knead and bake a loaf. The Oster Expressbake Breadmaker does the job in less than an hour. nine0005

Pluses of this model:

The price of the device on Amazon is $75.

Cuisinart CBK-200 Convection Bread Maker

https://www.amazon.com

650W metal bread maker with over 100 recipe options. It can be used to prepare low-carb and gluten-free products, sweet pastries, pizza dough, noodles and dumplings. The model is equipped with a forced air circulation system.

The device has other advantages, among which:

The price of the bread machine is $130.

nine0012 Pohl Schmitt

https://www.amazon.com

Compact Stainless Steel Bread Maker is the bestseller of 2020 on Amazon. The collection of device recipes includes classic white, whole grain, French bread, yeast-free pastries, as well as dough for dumplings, dumplings and pizza.

Additional benefits of the bread machine are:

The price of the device is about $100.

Unobvious possibilities of the bread machine

Kitchen appliances can do more than just bake bread or make jam. Its capabilities are due to a powerful blade for mixing products and a low-temperature cooking mode. It's basically a blender, multicooker and mini oven all in one. With a little imagination, you can cook thousands of alternative dishes, from scrambled eggs to fried chicken and dumplings. We offer three proven recipes, the preparation of which you can entrust the bread machine. nine0005

Stewed meat stew

No need to stand over the pan for hours, stirring and checking the readiness of the beef stew. The bread maker will gently, slowly, evenly heat and stir the stew in jam mode.

Sauces and custards

The bread maker will cope with absolutely any sauce that requires slow heating and constant stirring. With the same ease, she will prepare a sweet custard.

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The loaf that you take out of the bread machine does not have to be flour. Mix classic cutlet mince, add fresh herbs, green peas and sweet pepper cubes to it. Remove the mixing paddles and fill the bowl with minced meat. Select the "Baking" cycle without pre-kneading and rising and set the time. After baking, let the meatloaf cool slightly, carefully drain the resulting juice and remove the product from the mold. nine0005

The bread maker is an excellent functional assistant that will allow you to create culinary masterpieces and surprise your guests. Choose your favorite model on the websites of foreign retailers, and you can save a lot. Don't worry about shipping: NP Shopping's forwarding service will take care of it. Good luck with your purchase!

P.S. The prices indicated in the article are current as of the end of December 2020.

Best Bread Makers of 2021

While bread can take a long time to make, it's also fairly easy if you have a bread maker, otherwise known as a bread maker. The Cuisinart Compact Automatic Bread Machine is a great option that can efficiently produce all kinds of loaves, from white to gluten free, in three sizes and is also very easy to use. It's made by a trusted brand in the cookware industry and comes with a lot of useful features.

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  1. Best in general: compact automatic Kuisinart
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  4. The best price ratio: Amazonbasics bakery
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  6. BEST BREADE: KBS PROMINA Pros:
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  8. Best Design: Pohl Schmitt Bread Maker
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  11. Best for a quick meal: Oster 9 Bread Maker0005

    Size 10.25 by 13. This compact 25 by 11.25 inch, 10.8 lb. vertical pan is perfect for small kitchens. The machine is equipped with a removable kneading paddle and a bread pan, as well as a viewing window on the lid and internal lighting so that you can follow the bread making process. The LED display shows the countdown timer, the current cycle and the selected options. It will also beep when it's time to remove the paddle and make additional beeps to let you know when it's time to add concoctions like fruit or nuts. When the device beeps 10 times in succession, the baking cycle is complete. nine0005

    The machine adds some useful features such as a 13-hour delay so you can add ingredients overnight and eat fresh toast with jam. on breakfast. It also has a 60-minute keep warm function, ensuring the bread will still have the smell and temperature of fresh out of the oven for up to an hour after baking.

    This Cuisinart Machine, as you can see, has many functions and is large. However, we thought it was a shame that it only allows you to bake a couple sizes of bread. nine0005

    Pros:

    • Compact vertical design
    • Easy to use
    • Customized loaf sizes

    Cons:

    • Not many bread type settings.
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    Best value for money:

    AmazonBasics Bread Machine

    AmazonBasics Bread Maker has 14 settings for all types of bread and dough, including sourdough, rye and soda bread, and gluten-free options. There is also a choice of light, medium or dark crust. Intuitive buttons and LCD display allow you to control your baking as the machine automatically stirs and kneads the bread and allows it to rise. nine0005

    The ExpressBake setting is great when you're in a hurry, making a two-pound loaf of bread in less than 90 minutes. Measuring 11.7 by 5.6 by 11.5 inches, it's also fairly compact. The price is suitable for those who just want to experiment with making bread.

    Pros:

    • Low price
    • You can bake a loaf in less than 90 minutes.
    • Settings for large amounts of bread
    • Compact design

    Cons:

    • Can be noisy

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    KBS Pro Bread Machine

    If you're serious about baking, KBS Pro has the most customized programs for all the machines on this list. The 17 options include everything from whole grain bread to brownies and also provide light, medium and dark crusts. The detachable fruit and nut dispenser automatically releases these ingredients when you need them, saving you even more time. nine0005

    Cook 1, 1.5, or 2 lbs of bread in a non-stick ceramic dish that provides food for even bread baking. The 710W high torque copper motor ensures reliable dough kneading. The stainless steel exterior is complemented by a tempered glass lid that also gives it a professional look.

    Use the touch panel to control and take advantage of features such as the 15-hour or timer. - Hourly automatic keep warm function. It even has a smart 15-minute power failure recovery so it won't ruin your bread if you lose power for a moment. Interior lighting allows you to look inside. At 13.7 by 8.6 by 11.8 inches and 14.7 pounds, this is one of the larger models on this list, but well worth the investment for dedicated bakers with large kitchens. nine0005

    Pros:

    • Many settings
    • Even baking
    • Easy to install and forget

    Cons:

    • Slightly larger than other
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    Pohl Schmitt Bread Maker

    Impress your kitchen with this sleek machine with rounded edges in stainless steel and black. It has a digital display with a delay timer for adding ingredients, cycle selection, crust and bread type and size. The removable non-stick interior also makes cleaning easy. nine0005

    Includes a kneading paddle and a fruit and nut dispenser and beeps to remind you when it's time to add the last ingredient. A viewing window allows you to see what's going on inside.

    The unit measures approximately 13 by 10.5 by 8 inches and makes 1, 1.4, or 2.2 pound bread. It has 14 settings for options including whole grain and French bread, as well as light, medium or dark crust.

    Pros:

    • Removable tray for easy cleaning.
    • Supplied with fruit and nut dispenser.
    • The set includes a spatula for dough kneading.

    Cons:

    • The fruit and nut dispenser is not automatic.
    • Relatively large size

    Best for fast food:

    Oster Bread Maker

    Sometimes you need bread right away. Like now. And this machine can do just that with the Expressbake setting, which can turn out a fully baked, delicious, warm and comforting loaf of bread in less than an hour. nine0005

    With 650 watts of power, it can make loaves of bread. sizes up to 2 pounds and 12 different types with three common crust settings (light, medium, dark). It comes with a measuring cup, mixing spoon and spatula and signals when it's time to add mixes like nuts or fruit. There's also a 13-hour programmable baking time, so you can set it to bake overnight and wake up to the smell of fresh bread in the morning. There's also a warm setting just in case you decide to take a nap or arrive late home from the office. nine0005

    Control your baking with the large LCD display and intuitive buttons and mount the machine anywhere with the extra long 40" cord. A fairly compact size of 12 by 11-11 inches, weighing 8 pounds and a white/ivory finish make it stand out from the crowd.

    Pros:

    • Bake bread in less than an hour.
    • Stylish white/ivory.
    • Accessories included

    Cons:

    • The white/ivory finish is not suitable for every kitchen. decor
    • Some types of bread that others have are missing.

    Fits Big Families:

    Hamilton Beach HomeBaker Digital Bread Maker

    This bread maker from a trusted manufacturer of kitchen appliances and utensils bakes just 1.5 or 2 pounds of bread. It has 12 settings including gluten free options as well as the typical light, medium and dark crust options. After adding the ingredients and selecting the cycle using the large digital display, you can simply listen to the audio reminder when it's time to add the mixes. There is also a delay timer if you want the bread to be ready for breakfast. nine0005

    The HomeBaker includes a removable, dishwasher-safe non-stick pan and two kneading paddles so you can use one while you wash the other. Other small but valuable details include a soft-touch body and non-slip feet. It also includes a recipe booklet to inspire you. It measures 10.43 by 14.13 by 12.2 inches and weighs 11.8 pounds, making it look larger.

    Pros:

    • Comes with an extra kneading paddle. nine0026
    • Dishwasher safe pot
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    Cons:

    • Large size
    • Not suitable for bakers who want small loaves.

    Summary

    All bread makers listed here work in a similar way, offering individual settings for many types of bread. All of them offer the possibility to perfectly brown the crust according to your preferences. In addition, an appeal may be based on limited space, price, and family size. nine0005

    You can't go wrong with the Cuisinart Compact. It has a decent amount of pre-programmed menu items, allowing you to make three sizes of loaves. It also has a delay start mode if you want the bread to be ready in the morning or when you get home from work, and a warm up option if you don't get to it in time.

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