Gluten Free Bread Machine Reviews

Going gluten free does not mean life without bread. While you can’t just walk into your regular grocery store and grab a loaf off the shelf, you can make delicious breads might at home – all you need is a good gluten free bread machine!

Bread machines are not hard to use. If you can measure ingredients and pour them in, you can have amazing bread about 2 hours later. For those of us who are not natural bakers, this is the greatest invention since… well, sliced bread.

Not all bread machines however are created equal – and some do much better with gluten free flours and recipes than others. This is because gluten free flours do not need the same settings as wheat flours do. Some machines actually have specific gluten free settings, while others have settings that work for gluten free flours. So, to help make sure you get the one that best meets your needs and keeps you eating as much bread as you want affordably and easily, we present to you our top three choices.

The Zojirushi is a top of the line choice for many

Does Zojirushi Make The Best Gluten Free Bread Machine?

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Without question, one of the top bread machines amongst most gluten free bread makers is the Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme Bread Machine. While it’s one of the more expensive models at $199, it does actually have a setting specifically for gluten free bread. The loaf pan is not square but rectangle, ensuring that your bread looks like bread and can be sliced for sandwiches or toast easily. Twin kneading paddles and programmable settings makes it very versatile to use, and many of the gluten free bread recipes you will see use this specific machine, such as those found in the book Gluten-Free Baking Classics for the Bread Machine. Over 675 people have reviewed this particular model, so it’s worth reading them if it is within your budget to see if this may be the right machine for you.

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Very affordable machine I personally own that consistently gives me great results each time

Maybe I am Partial, But I Love My Affordable West Bend Gluten Free Bread Machine

Another popular choice for gluten free bread (and the one I personally own) is the West Bend Hi-Rise Electronic Dual-Blade Breadmaker. I bought it when I was very new to being gluten free and because I was not sure that I would like making my own gluten free bread or use it very often, and could not justify the cost of the more expensive Zojirushi models.  At less than half the cost, it performs very well – all of my recipes have come out nearly perfect (as long as I follow a recipe! LOL…I have not quite perfected making my own from scratch!). It has two dual paddles which seems to help mix the flour better, which is especially important with gluten free baking since the flours are more dense. While it does not have a “gluten free” setting, all of the loaves can be made with the basic setting. I’ve noticed the paddles that knead the dough do get stuck in the bread nearly every time, but they include a handy little tool to get them out while the bread is still hot and honestly, it doesn’t effect the bread enough for me to be concerned about it. (Still makes for a tasty sandwich!) Cleaning it is easy, too. So if you’re unsure about the higher priced models, you should check out the West Bend Hi-Rise Electronic Dual-Blade Breadmaker because it is affordable – and the bread turns out great! I was completely clueless when getting started, so it’s been a good one for a beginner like me.

Breadman is also a popular choice with a gluten free cycle

The Cheap Gluten Free Bread Machine that is Also Reliable

Another one that seems to be popular amongst gluten free bread machines is the Breadman Breadmaker which features a gluten free cycle and is much like the West Bend one I have. With 232 5-star reviews, it’s definitely another one to look into, though I do not have any personal experience with using it.It is under $100 and again is a nice affordable alternative to the more expensive gluten free bread machines. It is the one I might buy for a friend, or would recommend for someone who is just getting started and not really sure if they are going to be serious about baking their own bread. (While I would say 90% of the people I meet love making bread, there is that 10% that gets bored – it’s also becoming in some areas just as easy/cost effective to buy pre-made bread as well.)

Do You Need a GF Bread Machine?

While it is a small investment for the machines, it’s something I recommend for anyone interested in having fresh gluten free bread. Frozen varieties from stores are usually expensive and just crumble apart. With a machine the possibilities are endless, and it will eventually save you a good bit of money – and you won’t feel like you’re missing anything from following a gluten free diet. My husband felt very deprived and sad until we started baking our own bread – and it really does make quite the difference!

The first time you make gluten free bread, it helps to start off with some of the many different gluten free bread mixes to help know whether its your recipe or the machine – often times yeast and the ratio of dry ingredients to liquid ingredients can make a big difference in how they turn out. Be wary of new recipes until you get the hang of using it!

Oh, and Don’t Forget the Gluten Free Bread Mixes Either!

Some of my favorite gluten free bread mixes are below:

Pamelas: Pamela’s bread mix is easy to make, as it doesn’t require too many ingredients beyond the mix, and turns out this delicious and fluffy loaf of bread that works well for everything from sandwiches to toast. I found the best price is to Order in Bulk from Amazon.

Bob’s Red Mill: There are three different types of Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Breads, all of which are pretty good. The whole grain will likely remind you of rye, and the white bread is very tasty as well – they also have a cinnamon raisin bread. Most of them require apple cider vinegar or other ingredients, but each produced a nice loaf of bread for me.

Schar Gluten Free Bread Mix: This was our favorite of all of the ones we’ve tried for a white/Italian sandwhich bread clone, though it is a bit pricier than all of the others. (Of course, isn’t that how it always is?) Click Here for Schar Naturally Gluten-Free Classic White Bread Mix

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