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I haven't purchased one yet, but I've done some research on what to look for in a bread machine for GF bread. Two things that are apparently important ... GF bread requires A LOT of mixing, so getting a machine with two paddles (as opposed to one) is very helpful. Also, GF breads only require one rise, so it's important to get a machine with programmable cycles. In fact, some things I've read suggest that it's more important to get a machine with customizable cycles than one with a pre-programmed GF cycle.
I will say that Zojirushis are EXPENSIVE but they make a damn good product. I spent a small fortune on my Zoji rice cooker, and I'm simply in love with it.
King Arthur flour sells them at a discount only around the holidays... their model has two paddles, settings for regular bread as well as gluten free. I'm guessing the cost is worth it if its durable for all kinds of flour batters.
If it needs more rising/mixing times etc. Look for a machine that let's you choose weight of bread, doneness of bread color and option for dough only in addition to choosing what type of bread. That's what my machine has.
I have some recipes that call for a double rising time. So I set it to dough cycle. Let it finish and "rise". And then I set it for whatever bread cycle (white, 1 pound, dark crust) and set it. So you might have to play around with it. There's also a fast rise option too which you can do twice.
Oh, and am I understanding this right, the different bake times is what allows for baking GF?
I think you're about to really answer my conundrum...
Can't wait to hear back from you!!! Eeeek, so excited!
I got mine at the thrift store but it's the tall upright one called breadman. I was responding to the poster that said more mixing is needed etc. I was thinking instead of trying to find a specific GF cycle, you can find one where you play around with the various functions to achieve the result you want. Like mine had those various functions plus cycles allowing for customization if the part cycles aren't what you need.
As for the baking, if they require longer baking, you can set it for darker crust, less baking, light crust etc.
Its probably best to visit a store that sells a few with your info in mind to see the options, buzzers and bells.
Nice of you to reply ~ again, my thanks 👏👏👏
Yes, look at the display, they also have several on amazon so you can narrow them down.
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