Description
This recipe provides a simple and consistent method for making a soft, gluten-free sandwich loaf using a bread machine, ideal for busy individuals seeking a wholesome homemade option. It promises a perfect texture every time, saving money and offering a healthy alternative for sandwiches or toast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 cups warm water or milk, (try unsweetened almond milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter, (avocado oil boosts nutrition)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 cups gluten-free flour blend, (must contain xanthan gum)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, (reduce to 1 tablespoon for low-sugar)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast, (ensure it’s fresh)
Instructions
- Add Liquids: Add 1.25 cups warm water or milk, 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar to the bread machine pan. The mixture should be comfortably warm.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add 3 cups gluten-free flour blend, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt to the pan. Create a small well for 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast, avoiding mixing yeast with salt or liquids initially.
- Select Cycle & Monitor Dough: Select the ‘Gluten-Free’ cycle on your bread machine; the dough should form a soft ball during kneading. (If dough is dry, add 1 tablespoon water; if wet, add 1 teaspoon flour).
- Remove Baked Loaf: When the cycle finishes and the crust is golden brown, carefully remove the bread machine pan. Invert onto a wire rack to release the freshly baked loaf.
- Cool Completely: Allow the loaf to cool completely for 1.5-2 hours before slicing. This prevents a gummy texture and ensures a firm slice.
Notes
For a savory touch, add 1-2 tablespoons dried herbs (like Italian seasoning or rosemary) with dry ingredients. For a denser, high-fiber texture, incorporate 0.25 cup flax meal. Avoid opening the lid during the rise cycle. Measure ingredients precisely, using a kitchen scale for flour. Always ensure yeast is fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bread Machine
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40 g)
- Calories: 100 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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