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When I tell people that I use a bread machine to bake my bread, that\u2019s exactly what I do!\u00a0 I love the convenience of having the machine mix and bake the bread for me.<\/p>\n

However, some people would like to use their bread machine to create the dough and then bake the bread in the oven.\u00a0 So here\u2019s some general advice on how to bake bread machine dough in the oven.<\/p>\n

Reasons for Baking Bread in the Oven<\/h2>\n

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One reason people may choose to bake bread in the oven is that their machine doesn\u2019t have a horizontal bread pan.\u00a0<\/strong> Most bread machines have a vertical pan, so the bread is actually cooked on its side.<\/p>\n

Horizontal bread pans produce loaves that are more traditional in shape, similar to what you would find at a bakery or grocery store. The loaf has a longer, rectangular form. Most people also find the bread easier to slice if it comes from a horizontal pan.<\/p>\n

Some people don\u2019t like the holes left in the bread by the kneading paddles.\u00a0 <\/strong>These holes make the bread slices less uniform.\u00a0 If giving the loaf as a gift, it\u2019s nicer to not have to explain why there are holes in the bottom of the bread.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Another reason people may prefer baking their bread in the oven after using the bread machine for the dough is the quality of the crust.<\/strong> Bread baked in the oven can have a crisper, browner crust.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Bread Machine Cycles for the Basic Setting<\/h2>\n

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Let\u2019s start by looking at how the bread machine works. Here\u2019s a general description of the cycles the bread machine goes through to make a loaf of bread using the basic or white setting.<\/p>\n

Again, this is a high-level, general overview.\u00a0 There are a lot of different bread machines.\u00a0 Those machines may have different settings, have different names for the same cycle or have different numbers of rises depending on the bread machine setting.<\/p>\n\n

Rest Cycle<\/strong> \u2013 Not all machines have this cycle.\u00a0 Zojirushi bread machines do, although the older machines call it the Preheat Cycle<\/em>.\u00a0 This cycle\u2019s job is to stabilize the temperature of the ingredients. It will warm the liquids and soften butter.<\/p>\n

Knead Cycle<\/strong> \u2013 This cycle mixes the ingredients and then kneads the dough. So, what does kneading do?\u00a0 The dough is physically worked to develop the gluten in the flour.\u00a0 The gluten network is the framework that supports the dough, enabling it to expand and develop the structure necessary for baking bread.<\/p>\n

First Rise Cycle \u2013 <\/strong>During this cycle the dough significantly expands as the yeast becomes active and starts to feed on the sugars in the dough. This produces carbon dioxide gas, which causes the dough to rise and expand. Also, th<\/span>e gluten network continues to develop, giving the dough its structure and elasticity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Punch Down Cycle<\/strong> \u2013 This is sometimes called\u00a0 a Stir Down <\/em>Cycle. The dough is deflated to release trapped gas. It also prepares the dough for the second rise.<\/p>\n

Second Rise Cycle<\/strong> \u2013 Most bread recipes call for two rises. This rise helps improve the final texture and volume of the bread.<\/p>\n

Second Punch Down Cycle \u2013 <\/strong>Some machines only have two rises.\u00a0 If there are only two rises, then the second punch down cycle isn\u2019t needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Third Rise Cycle<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Bake<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0 The bread machine heats up and bakes the dough. As the dough heats up, it undergoes a process called oven spring<\/em>. The dough rises rapidly because of the expansion of gas bubbles trapped in the gluten network. This is followed by the dough settling into its final shape.<\/p>\n

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Note that this article address making bread in the oven.<\/strong>\u00a0 If you\u2019d like to make hoagie rolls, dinner rolls, bagels and more, check out\u00a0 the dough setting area of my website<\/a>.\u00a0 All of those recipes have complete instructions for making those recipes in the oven.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

How to Bake Bread Machine Dough in the Oven<\/h2>\n

Keep in mind that these are general instructions for baking bread machine dough in the oven.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Use dough setting of your machine.<\/strong>\u00a0 This usually takes the dough through the second rise.<\/p>\n

For a 2-pound machine, you\u2019ll need two 9\u00d76 inch loaf pans.\u00a0 Spray pans with cooking oil.\u00a0<\/p>\n

On a lightly floured surface, punch the dough down to get rid of air holes.\u00a0 Separate the dough into two equal balls of dough.<\/p>\n

Shape each dough ball into a flat rectangle. You\u2019ll want the dough to be as long as your bread pan and about 1\/2 to 3\/4 inches thick.\u00a0 Roll the dough up jelly-roll style.\u00a0 Pinch all the edges tight.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Place the dough into the greased pans, with the seam at the bottom. Flatten the dough a little and push it into the corners. This doesn\u2019t need to be perfect; you\u2019re just helping the dough make a better-looking loaf when baked.<\/p>\n

Use a lame to slit the top of the dough. Cut it in the center, leaving about 1 inch uncut on each end.\u00a0 The slit should be about 1\/2 inch deep.<\/p>\n

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Cover the pans with a lightweight kitchen towel.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Let the dough rise for 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.\u00a0 Your recipe, the ambient temperature and humidity will all affect the rise time.\u00a0 The dough should be a little above the top of the pan.\u00a0 However, taller is not better.\u00a0 If the dough is more than an inch above the edge of the pan, it may collapse while baking.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Remove the towels and place the pans into a preheated oven.<\/p>\n

The temperature of the oven will depend on the type of bread that it is.\u00a0 One hint is to look for a recipe similar to the one you\u2019re using, but not designed for a bread machine.\u00a0 The time and temperature for those recipes should help you figure out what to do.<\/p>\n

In general, many breads will do well with a 350\u00ba oven with a cooking time of 30\u00a0 to 45 minutes.\u00a0 (start checking the bread\u00a0 after 30 minutes)<\/p>\n

The crust should be firm and brown.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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