Description
Discover the ultimate 1 pound bread machine recipe that’s perfect for small households or single servings. This simple, foolproof guide ensures soft, delicious homemade bread every time—no kneading required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour for a chewier texture)
- ¾ cup (180ml) lukewarm water or milk
- 1½ teaspoons active dry yeast (or 1 packet)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey/maple syrup for natural sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened (or oil for a lighter texture)
- 1 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-Ins:
- ¼ cup nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare Your Bread Machine:
- Ensure the bread pan is clean and properly inserted into the machine.
- Select the 1-pound loaf setting and choose your preferred crust color (light, medium, or dark).
Add Ingredients in Order:
- Start with the liquid ingredients: pour in the lukewarm water or milk first.
- Add the softened butter, sugar, and salt next.
- Spoon the flour evenly over the liquids, ensuring it covers them completely.
- Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the yeast last (this prevents it from activating prematurely).
Start the Machine:
- Close the lid and press “Start.” Let the machine handle mixing, kneading, rising, and baking.
Optional Add-Ins:
- If using mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits, wait for the machine’s signal (usually a beep) before adding them during the kneading cycle.
Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Yeast Activation: Use lukewarm liquid (about 110°F/43°C) to activate the yeast without killing it.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and adjust liquid as needed.
- Storage Tips: Store cooled bread in a resealable plastic bag at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2h 30min
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bread Machine
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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