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Bread Machines- Help Me Choose?


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fordido Newbie

Hi Everyone-

I'm looking for a bread machine to make gluten-free breads for my boyfriend & I'm hoping you might have some recommendations! Apparently, the new cuisinart CBK200 model has a gluten-free bread setting- does anyone have this machine? If so, do you like it?

Research I've done on the internet tends to recommend the Zojirushi line of machines but I'm worried that without a gluten-free setting the bread won't turn out well.

Any other tips for making gluten-free bread in a bread machine would also be greatly appreciated...

Thanks in advance for your help!


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Hi Everyone-

I'm looking for a bread machine to make gluten-free breads for my boyfriend & I'm hoping you might have some recommendations! Apparently, the new cuisinart CBK200 model has a gluten-free bread setting- does anyone have this machine? If so, do you like it?

Research I've done on the internet tends to recommend the Zojirushi line of machines but I'm worried that without a gluten-free setting the bread won't turn out well.

Any other tips for making gluten-free bread in a bread machine would also be greatly appreciated...

Thanks in advance for your help!

I just received that Cuisinart Model as a gift from my mom. It does have the gluten free settings (even says so right on the box) and contains a gluten-free recipe booklet inside. Unfortunately, I have not had a chance to use it yet. It sure looks pretty cool sitting on my counter though!!! Anyway, I know my mom did a lot of research on the bread makers before getting this machine so I can only assume its a good one.

fordido Newbie

Thanks so much for the quick response! I can't wait to hear how it works out for you.

cdford Contributor

Plan to play with whatever machine you purchase. So many things can effect the loaf...moisture level in the room, the moisture content of the flours, which flours you use, etc. I have been baking my own bread for years, even before going gluten-free. Try doing a search for posts on bread machines. There are several including some of mine which list possible recipes, places where you can purchase bulk grains, etc.

I found that the machine--or how expensive it is--are not as critical a factor as using it regularly enough to become comfortable with what works in your kitchen. I never spent a lot of money on machines with special cycles. I do recommend that you get one that has a maximum loaf size of 1 1/2 pounds. gluten-free breads tend to turn out better in smaller loaves.

Mix your dry ingredients into a large batch so that you can just measure out a couple of cups of your mix, add the egg, oil, and buttermilk, then go for it.

Good luck.

mamaw Community Regular

I've had my Zoj for about a year and I love it. I haven't had any problems baking any gluten free breads. I do think there are some cheaper brands that also work fine also...

Idahogirl Apprentice

I have the Sunbeam $39.95 model (got it at Wal-Mart). I've made two loaves so far, and they've turned out fine. Didn't even seem to stress the machine. I've heard the heavy duty ones are better since gluten-free bread is tougher on the motor, but I got mine as a birthday present and it seems to be doing the job just fine so far.

Lauren M Explorer

Like mamaw I have the Zoj and love it also. I use the Manna from Anna mix on the regular setting and it comes out perfect. I highly recommend it.

- Lauren


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I have Open Original Shared Link which I got from Target for $59.99. I just set it on "Basic" mode and it works with out any problems at all with all the gluten-free recipes and mixes I have tried so far.

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