Easy Bread Machine French Bread Recipe

Welcome to Love With Recipes! Today, we’re diving into a delightful recipe for Bread Machine French Style Bread. This recipe is perfect for those who adore the crusty, airy texture of French bread but prefer the ease of using a bread machine. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this simple yet flavorful bread is sure to impress. 🥖✨

French Style Bread in a Bread Machine

Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours

Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Bread Machine, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours, Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F or 45°C)
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dry active yeast

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread Machine:

   • Start by adding the warm water to the baking pan of your bread machine. Ensure the water is not too hot, as this could kill the yeast.

2. Add the Ingredients:

   • Carefully measure and add the salt and sugar to the warm water. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar and distribute the salt evenly.

3. Incorporate the Flour:

   • Gradually add the all-purpose flour on top of the water mixture. It’s important to layer the flour so that it doesn’t become clumpy.

4. Add the Yeast:

   • Sprinkle the dry active yeast over the top of the flour. Avoid stirring; let the yeast settle on top of the flour layer.

5. Select the Bread Machine Settings:

   • Place the baking pan into the bread machine. Set your bread machine to the French Bread setting (usually setting 6 for Black & Decker machines) with a baking cycle of 3 hours 30 minutes.

6. Start the Machine:

   • Close the lid and start the bread machine. It will mix, knead, rise, and bake the bread automatically.

7. Cool and Serve:

   • Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing to ensure a perfect texture.

This French Style Bread is crusty on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside—a perfect accompaniment to any meal or enjoyed on its own with a bit of butter. Whether you’re a novice baker or a bread-making pro, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy the aroma and taste of freshly baked bread right from your bread machine! 🥖🍞

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