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Bread Machines- Help Me Choose?

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fordido Newbie
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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!

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hlm34 Apprentice
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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
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Thanks so much for the quick response! I can't wait to hear how it works out for you.

cdford Contributor
cdford
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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
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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
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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
Lauren M
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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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