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Bread Maker Basic White Bread
🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
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- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110F)
🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
Add warm water to the bread maker pan
Place butter in corners of the bread pan
Add flour to the pan, covering the liquid
Make a small well in the center of the flour
Add sugar and salt around the edges of the flour
Add yeast to the well in the flour
Place pan in bread maker and close lid
Select Basic White Bread setting, medium crust, and 2-pound loaf size
Press Start
When cycle completes, remove pan using oven mitts
Turn bread out onto cooling rack
Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Bread maker
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Kitchen thermometer for water temperature
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Use bread flour for best texture and rise
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature
Check yeast expiration date before using
Add herbs or garlic for flavored variations
Try whole wheat flour for healthier option (adjust liquid accordingly)
Add seeds or nuts for texture variation
Use milk instead of water for softer crumb
📊 Nutrition Facts
🔥 Time to Burn Calories
Walking 25min, Running 12min, Cycling 18min
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store bread in plastic bag at room temperature for up to 3 days Keep in airtight container to maintain freshness Do not refrigerate as it speeds up staleness
🔥 Reheating Tips
- Toast slices in toaster for best texture when serving later Warm whole loaf in oven at 350F for 5-10 minutes if desired Microwave individual slices for 10-15 seconds to soften
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Measure ingredients ahead and keep ready to use Set bread maker timer for fresh bread in the morning Pre-portion and freeze slices for longer storage
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Freeze whole loaf or slices in freezer bags for up to 3 months Remove as much air as possible from freezer bags Thaw frozen bread at room temperature for 2-3 hours
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Perfect for sandwiches with favorite fillings Toast and serve with butter and jam for breakfast Use for French toast or bread pudding Serve alongside soups or stews Make garlic bread by adding butter and garlic
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Using cold water which prevents proper yeast activation Adding salt directly on yeast which kills it Using old or expired yeast Opening lid during baking cycle Not measuring ingredients precisely
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Honey White Bread: Replace sugar with honey Herb Bread: Add 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs Buttermilk Bread: Replace water with buttermilk Whole Wheat Blend: Use half whole wheat flour Garlic Bread: Add 2 teaspoons garlic powder
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Check yeast freshness, water temperature, and ensure ingredients were measured correctly.
Yes, but bread flour provides better structure and rise due to higher protein content.
This could be from too much flour or inactive yeast. Measure carefully and ensure yeast is fresh.
Yes, but add-ins should be room temperature and not exceed 1/2 cup total.
Select desired crust color on bread maker and avoid opening lid during baking.
Too much liquid or opening lid during baking can cause collapse. Follow measurements exactly.
Yes, replace butter with oil or dairy-free margarine.
3 days at room temperature, up to 3 months in freezer.
Let bread cool completely before slicing to prevent gummy texture.
Yes, use same amount but no need to proof instant yeast.