Gluten Free Bread Machine Reviews

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 Lots of folks ask me for my gluten free bread machine reviews. Which bread machine do I prefer for baking gluten free bread? Which are the best bread machines for gluten free bread, specifically? And do you have to have a bread machine with a gluten free setting? 

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In the many, many years I’ve been baking gluten free bread, I have tried lots of bread machines for baking gluten free bread. Believe it or not, just because a machine has a gluten free setting, it does not mean it’s going to bake a good loaf of gluten free bread! Watch this quick video to see how to test your gluten free bread machine to see if it will work well for gluten free breads, or if you should return it!

In this comprehensive bread machine review, I cover specific Zojirushi, Oster, Hamilton Beach, T-fal, and Panasonic gluten free bread machine models and compare their features for you. I also share my results with a Cuisinart bread machine.

Tfal gluten free bread machine

Even within brands, there are some bread machine models to avoid, so pay attention to model numbers and links provided.

But first, let’s look at whether you NEED a bread machine to bake great gluten free bread.

While it IS nice to simply plop all the ingredients into a pan, press a button and walk away … it’s certainly not difficult to bake homemade gluten free bread in the oven with a pan. You just need the right gluten free ingredients and the right recipe.

gluten free cinnamon raisin bread in cast iron | gfJules
Baking amazing homemade gluten free bread is easy — even without a bread machine — so long as you have the right ingredients and recipe.

 

Do I need a Bread Machine to Bake Gluten Free Bread?

First off, let me say that you do NOT need a bread machine to make awesome gluten free bread. But if you want to use a bread maker, there’s no sense in using one that does not have a gluten free setting or one that can’t be programmed to properly bake gluten free loaves. That being said, not all “gluten free” settings are actually programmed properly! That’s why it’s so important to read these reviews and not just buy a machine because it has a gluten free button.

For more information on HOW TO USE a bread machine for your gluten free baking, please read my article full of tips on how to use a gluten free bread machine.

If you’re looking for more gluten free bread baking tips, applicable to both oven and bread maker baking, also check out my Top 18 Gluten-Free Bread Baking tips.

Whether you decide to bake gluten free bread in an oven or a bread machine, there are so many reasons to try baking your own gluten free bread at home:

  1. it’s not hard to make delicious gluten free bread when you use the right ingredients;
  2. the results are far better than any frozen gluten free loaf you would buy at the grocery store;
  3. the slices are sized to make real sandwiches (without holes!); and
  4. it is far more cost efficient the long run to bake delicious gluten free bread at home (how much money have you already wasted buying gluten free bread your family wouldn’t eat? I rest my case).

making gluten free panettone in zojirushi bread machineClick on the photo to watch the quick video about the bread machine being used for gluten free panettone.

Gluten Free Bread Machine Reviews

Note: All my bread machine testing has been done using my award-winning gfJules Bread Mix so that the results of each bake-out are dependent only on the machine as the variable.

zojirushi GF cinnamon raisin bread - gfJules
Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread baked in a Zojirushi Bread Machine. (Click on photo for recipe)

Direct Comparison of 3 Bread Machines for Gluten Free Bread

All three of these models are reviewed in depth below, but here’s a sneak peak at the difference a bread machine can make when the same bread mix, the same ingredients and the same user (ME!) used three different machines on the same day!

GF Bread Machines compared | gfJules

As you can see, the structure of each loaf is different when sliced. Each was soft and easily sliced thin or thick, but the Hamilton Beach 29885 cell structure was the most open and airy; the T-fal was the most dense of the three.

3 bread machine loaves compared height |gfJules

The pan size on each machine is different (see reviews below), so it’s understandable that the height would also vary. However, the height difference with the Hamilton Beach 29885 was notable.

3 bread machine loaves | gfJules

It’s easier to see the pan size difference when comparing the finished loaf length size. The T-fal is the shortest loaf; the Panasonic is the longest loaf. See more details in the reviews below.

Zojiurushi Gluten Free Bread Machine Review

I’ll start with the Zojirushi® Home Baker Virtuoso (it’s now called the Virtuoso Plus), as it has traditionally been the most highly regarded gluten free bread machine by most bakers (including myself). Its one drawback: the price.

I have traveled all over the country teaching gluten free bread baking classes and have most often used my trusty Zojirushi. While it has a pre-programmed gluten free setting, I program my own gluten free setting to avoid some of the issues which can arise with the pre-programmed one (including a punch-down setting which I never recommend for gluten free bread).

For more information on how to easily program a bread machine like the Zojirushi for baking gluten free bread (one of the attributes I like most about it), review my comprehensive article on baking gluten free bread in a bread maker.

Zojirushi Gluten Free Bread maker
Zojirushi Gluten Free Bread Maker
 

Widely recognized as the gold standard for bread machines — especially in the gluten free category — the Zojirushi Home Bakery Virtuoso or Virtuoso (Plus) is the bread maker that does it all, and it’s the one I’ve reviewed here for our sandwich bread baking purposes. While most bread machines are compared to the Zojirushi, and you certainly can’t go wrong with this brand, the pricetag is steep. Depending on the model and where you find one, the price can range from $375 – $650! It’s an investment I’ve rarely heard anyone regret, however.

As I mentioned, it comes with a pre-set gluten free setting, but I prefer to program my own homemade cycle with this machine, as the pre-set GF setting calls for a punchdown and second rise, which is never a good idea with gluten free breads. Luckily, the homemade settings are easy to program and we can get our gluten free bread just right that way!

There are really no cons about this machine other than its price tag. But, if you’re going to be baking a lot of bread or really love the idea of a machine doing it for you, this is a worthwhile investment. I don’t know anyone who owns one who doesn’t love it.

gluten free beer bread sliced on board
Homemade gluten free beer bread baked in a bread machine. {click photo for recipe}

 

The idea with any bread machine is that you put all the liquids into the pan, dry ingredients on top, then the yeast. Push a button and the machine does all the work, producing a lovely gluten free loaf in a little over 2 hours. 

One of the best features of the Zojirushi is its long pan with double mixing paddles. The machine mixes the dough better than most other machines due to the double paddle design. The long loaf also makes the bread shaped and sized to a more typical sandwich bread.

zojirushi bread pan

The Zojirushi produces a reliably well-mixed, well-cooked loaf every time, with the right gluten free bread recipe or mix, of course.

One note: unlike some other bread machines, it does not make a very crusty gluten free loaf. The crust is more like a store-bought, soft crust bread which is great! … unless you’re looking for a crusty loaf of bread.

gluten free panettone in zojirushi bread machine
Gluten Free Panettone in the Zojirushi Maestro Machine

 

Zojirusihi also makes a Home Bakery Maestro upright bread machine that makes a vertical-shaped loaf. I used this machine for my gluten free Panettone Recipe and it worked quite well!

The machine is about the same price as the Home Bakery Virtuoso, though, and for my money, I would stick with the larger, two-paddle, horizontal loaf machine instead.

Gluten Free panettone square
Upright loaf made in the Zojirushi Maestro Machine.
 

 

Oster Expressbake Bread Maker with Gluten-Free Setting (CKSTBR9050-NP)

In answer to repeated calls for a mid-range gluten free bread machine option, I am pleased to say I have found one for you, dear reader! This particular Oster model is one I’ve had for awhile, but it wasn’t widely available again until recently. You should be able to get your hands on one for around $100 — hallelujah!

oster-in-cart

As you’ll see from the below graphic, this model has only the needed knead, rise and bake cycles without the pesky punchdown and second rise cycles that plague so many other “gluten free” models.

Oster Expressbake Bread Maker with Gluten-Free Setting (CKSTBR9050-NP)
Oster Expressbake Bread Maker with Gluten-Free Setting (CKSTBR9050-NP) with appropriate gluten free setting (ignore the gluten free bread recipe — it doesn’t look appetizing!)

Please ignore the gluten free recipe that comes with its manual; like so many others, it does not look appetizing.

Choose from among the many gluten free bread machine recipes on this site or just use my award-winning gfJules Gluten Free Bread Mix for best, easiest, most reliable results.

Oster Expressbake Bread Maker with Gluten-Free Setting (CKSTBR9050-NP)

Hamilton Beach Artisan Dough & Bread Maker Review – model 29885/29886/29887

Another affordable bread machine option is the Hamilton Beach Artisan Dough & Bread Maker 29885/29886/29887.* The trick is that not all Hamilton Beach Models perform well on gluten free breads. Please note the model number I review and recommend, as other models reviewed and noted produced unacceptable results.

gluten free bread with Hamilton Beach Bread Maker overhead
gfJules Bread Mix baked in Hamilton Beach bread machine on gluten free setting, served on Gluten Free cutting board from WordsWithBoards.com

 

Like the T-fal gluten free bread machine, the pan is more compact than the Zojirushi, and has only one paddle for mixing. The bake time for the gluten free setting is a bit longer than the T-fal, but it’s still possible to have a fresh, hot loaf of homemade gluten free bread in under 3 hours, which is a pretty great option.

Hamilton Beach Gluten Free Bread Maker settings

*Note that the model number machine I reviewed — which I liked — is 29885. Model numbers 29886 (red) 29887 (white) appear to also have the same mixing cycles which will work well. Please only buy these model numbers, as other Hamilton Beach models are not programmed properly for gluten-free breads, even with a gluten free setting! Unfortunately, these models are not in production as of the end of 2023, and are more difficult to find.

There are other Hamilton Beach bread machine models, and at least two (model #29882 & 29982) have gluten free settings which include two rise times with a first kneading of 10 minutes followed by a second kneading cycle of 16-20 minutes after a significant resting/rising time (with the 29982 model, the first rise was ~15 minutes). That would spell disaster — or in this case a very dense gluten free loaf. In other words — I do not recommend model 29882 or 29982 for gluten-free bread baking.

GF Bread Machine Cycle Chart

Click below for to see my video reviews of the 29982 model, and why see why the gluten-free setting does not work well on machines like this one when the program includes a punch down, or second mixing cycle after long first rise.

Video review part 1 shows the gluten free setting; video review part 2 shows the express bake 2lb setting without the second mixing/punch down cycle.

Express Bake v Gluten Free Setting Hamilton Beach 29982
While the loaf baked on the Express Bake Setting needed a little more bake time to develop a nice crust, the crumb inside was open and airy, yielding a higher rise than the one baked on the gluten-free setting, which had an extra rise/punchdown/mix setting.

If you have a machine with a similar gluten free cycle, look a the manual and see if an express bake type cycle is an option for you.

To hear more about my bread machine testing, download episode 44 of You Had Me At Eat Podcast where ever you get your podcasts.

bread machine review Hamilton Beach 29982 part 1
Click for part 1 of my review of the Hamilton Beach 29982 Bread Machine on the GF Setting

 

hamilton beach bread machine review part 2 - express bake setting
Click to watch part 2 of my review of the Hamilton Beach 29982 model on the Express Bake 2lb loaf setting.

Many thanks to reader Patty S. who shared her manual with me on the Hamilton Beach 29882 machine, but very sorry to hear of her bad experiences because of those settings! Here’s how Patty’s experience with the Hamilton Beach #29882 machine went:

I made my bread using the dough setting and then the bake setting, like we talked about.  The instruction book said it would mix/knead the dough then it would rise.  Well during the rise period (30mins) about 17 minutes in, all of a sudden I heard it mix.  It spun the paddle once, then a brief rest period then it spun again.  As soon as I heard it I headed into the kitchen and shut it off and left it rise the remaining time with the machine off.  I have no idea how many more times it would have spun if I had not shut it off.  After waiting the remaining time I did start the bake only cycle. 

The bread turned out wonderfully thanks to your assistance and information.   It’s delicious!!  I had toast for breakfast today which is the first time in 2 ½ yrs.  I was in heaven! 

With this all being said that machine will work but you really have to babysit it.  If there were no other machines available I would definitely not mind.  Although there are other machines so mine is going back and I’m ordering the correct Hamilton Beach #29885, which is actually $16 cheaper.  Yeah me!  Haha

Thanks again for your assistance and wealth of information!  My bread would not have been a success without you!!  Thank you thank you thank you!!!

And then, after Patty returned it for the Hamilton Beach #29885 (29887 appears to be the same in red) I recommend instead:

I used the 29885 and the bread turned out wonderful!  I did not bake it for the additional time because when I stuck the thermometer in it read 205.  The bread was done the whole way through, nothing was undercooked.  I made your cinnamon raisin recipe this weekend, no extra bake time was needed for this also.  It’s delicious!   
 
Thank you for your fabulous flour, recipes & wealth of information!

Way to go, Patty, for sticking with it! She was rewarded with great gluten free bread and now she has a great gluten free bread machine she can rely on!

Back to my bread machine testing: check out the size of these slices with a standard veggie burger — now that’s a good size slice of bread! Unlike most store-bought gluten free loaves, these bread machine loaves produce sandwich bread with generously sized slices to make real sandwiches.

gluten free bread made with Hamilton Beach Bread Maker |gfJules

One thing to note about this gluten free bread machine: I tested the loaf with a bread thermometer at the end of the pre-programmed gluten free cycle and it needed more bake time to reach 205F internally (note from above that reader Patty did not need to add time, but that’s why it’s always good to have an instant read thermometer so you know for sure!).

The good news is that the Hamilton Beach 29885 or 29887 has a simple bake setting so you should be able to add bake time (unlike the Cuisinart**). Sometimes even with these simple bake settings though, the machines won’t let you add time after a cycle is through because the machine is too hot … alas ….

I ended up adding 10 minutes more to the bake and the loaf tested done. After all the opening and closing of the lid though, some sinking did occur in the top of the crust. 

gluten free bread with Hamilton Beach Bread Maker
Loaf made with gfJules Gluten Free Sandwich Bread and naturally gluten free beer for the liquid.

 

It still tasted fabulous and was completely cooked; subsequent bakes without me opening the lid produced loaves without sinking. 

The crust was much softer and more akin to the Zojirushi crust than the hearty T-fal crust, so take that into consideration when deciding which machine suits your family’s tastes.  

I also liked that this machine comes with a paddle hook to help remove the paddle from the baked loaf if it stays inside the bread (which mine did not do).

Hamilton Beach Bread Maker before baking

As with any bread machine, the room temperature liquids go on the bottom of the pan, then the dry mix ingredients, then the yeast in a well in the middle.

When the bake cycles are complete, simply remove the pan from the machine (with a pot holder) and allow the loaf to cool for a few minutes in the pan before gently sliding the loaf out of the pan to finish cooling on a wire rack.

gluten free bread in Hamilton Beach Bread maker

Pros 29885. Model numbers 29886 (red) 29887 (white):

  • Compact Size & lightweight machine
  • Bakes a beautiful, tall, 5 5/8″ loaf that’s 6 1/2″ long
  • One Gluten Free Setting pre-programmed 
  • Bake only setting available to add time or program your own
  • Sweet Bread, Dough, Jam, Rise and Bake settings also available (which would work for gluten free)
  • Start to finish, 2-lb loaf with nice crust done in under 3 hours (2:45)
  • less expensive than Zojirushi® or T-Fal® or Panasonic®
  • bread has a soft crust
  • dough paddle tends to remain in the pan, rather than in the baked loaf
  • comes with a paddle hook to help remove the dough paddle from the loaf if it does stay inside when the loaf is removed

Cons:

    • Compact bread pan size bakes a tall loaf, but means slightly fewer slices (approximately 16, depending on how thick they are sliced)
    • Only one paddle to mix – need to use a rubber spatula to help mix the batter fully
    • Machine sometimes did not fully cook my gluten-free loaf to 205º F in the bake time as programmed
    • Pan is 7 1/4 inches long; Zojirushi® pan is 9 inches long
    • bread has a soft crust – if you prefer a crunchy crust, I recommend the T-Fal® bread machine instead

RECAP of Hamilton Beach Bread Machine Models:

  • Recommended Models for Gluten Free Bread Baking: 29885/29886/29887
  • DO Not Recommend these Models for Gluten Free Bread Baking: 29981/29882, 29982
  • Have Not Tested these Models Yet (test yourself with this method): 29985, 29890

 

  • Gluten Free Savory Italian Bread Loaf14 with rosemary
    Italian Bread made in Panasonic Bread Machine (made with gfJules Gluten Free Pizza Crust Mix) – click for recipe

Panasonic Automatic Bread Maker (model SD-R2550)

This new (2022) machine is quite impressive. I was happy with the results I got from this easy to use model, and excited about the features this machine boasts that others don’t. At close to $300 though, this bread machine is on the higher end of the continuum of prices of machines I’ve rated. Let’s take a look at what it offers.

One of the unique features of this machine is the nut/seed dispenser on the top. This well holds whatever seeds, dried fruits or finely chopped nuts you like, and the raisin/nut dispenser will add them at the optimal time to distribute them throughout the dough. The manual cautions not to add sugar-coated ingredients or alcohol-brined fruits, cheese or chocolates to the dispenser. I haven’t had a chance to try this feature with my gluten free Cinnamon-Raisin Bread recipe yet, but I’m eager to put this feature to the test!

While the nut dispenser is fun, it means that this machine does not have a window on the top, as all the other models do. Not a deal-breaker, but be forewarned that once the rise cycle begins, you will not be privy to what’s going on inside until it’s time to check that it’s done!

Panasonic Gluten Free Bread Loaf - weighs 2-lbs

As with other machines, I would encourage you not to use the gluten-free recipe that comes with the manual, as it’s a brown rice and potato starch recipe that isn’t likely to be nearly as yummy as the one that I tested and is pictured here. (Brown rice flour tends to make recipes gritty and dry.) I used my gfJules Gluten Free Bread Mix; another great recipe to try from scratch is my Gluten Free Sandwich Bread recipe instead.

The pan size is on the larger size, though not as large as the Zojirushi®; it has only one paddle. It does a great job of mixing, but the manual recommends that you open the lid and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula when it beeps after 6 minutes. I found this step to be necessary for more uniform tops.

Panasonic Bread measured | gfJules

I also smoothed the loaf at the end of the mixing cycle, as the rapid mixing of this paddle tended to cause the dough to form a high peak at one side when done. 

The paddle does stay put and has not come out with any of my loaves, which is a nice bonus, as most bread machines I’ve used wind up with the paddle coming out with the loaf.

Panasonic Automatic Bread Maker (model SD-R2550)
Panasonic Automatic Bread Maker (model SD-R2550) Settings — Gluten Free Setting is appropriately programmed with only ONE knead and ONE rise cycle.

Another interesting feature is that it offers two other settings which should work for gluten-free: a Gluten-Free Cake setting and a Sourdough Starter setting.

Overall, this Panasonic® model has produced some lovely loaves for me using my gfJules® Gluten Free Bread Mix. All just over 2-lbs and in this machine, 5 1/4″ tall and 7″ long. A very nice sized loaf.

Pros:

  • Bakes a lovely, smooth topped, 5 1/4″ loaf that’s 7″ long
  • One Gluten Free Setting pre-programmed — only ONE knead and ONE rise cycle
  • Bake only setting available to add time or program your own
  • Gluten Free Cake setting also available (note: I have not yet tested this setting)
  • Sourdough starter setting (which should work for gluten free sourdough starter — recipe here)
  • Start to finish, 2-lb loaf done in under 2 hours (1:50-1:55)
  • bread has a soft crust
  • dough paddle tends to remain in the pan, rather than in the baked loaf
  • Raisin/Nut Dispenser

Cons:

    • Large size machine takes up more space in the kitchen
    • Only one paddle to mix – need to use a rubber spatula to help mix the flour around the edges and at the end of the mix cycle to smooth out the loaf
    • Bread has a soft crust – if you prefer a crunchy crust, I recommend the T-Fal® bread machine instead
    • No window
    • More expensive than the T-Fal® or Hamilton Beach®

T-fal Gluten Free Bread Maker Review

If you are in the market for a new bread machine with a gluten free setting, I am happy to add this T-fal® Actibread Machine to my favorite kitchen appliances for you to consider.

tfal bread measurement
2 lb gfJules Whole Grain Bread Mix baked in T-fal GF bread machine makes a full size sandwich bread. Crown is nearly 5 inches high (putting frozen GF loaves to shame).

Pros:

  • Compact Size
  • Bakes a beautiful, tall loaf with nice crown
  • Gluten Free Settings pre-programmed (including sweet bread & cake settings)
  • Bake only setting available to add time or program your own
  • Different loaf size & crust settings available
  • Start to finish, 2 lb loaf with nice crust done in just over 2 hours
  • Machine fully cooked my gluten-free loaf to 205º F in the bake time as programmed
  • less expensive than Zojirushi®
  • bread has a very crunchy crust
tfal sliced gluten free bread
The T-fal machine baked this 2lb gfJules Bread Mix completely, without having to add time. Gorgeous crust and crumb, no rubbery bottom.

 

Cons:

  • Lid attachment seems loose and may compromise oven seal with extended use
  • Compact bread pan size bakes a tall 5″ loaf, but means slightly fewer slices (approximately 16, depending on how thick they are sliced)
  • Only one paddle to mix – need to use a rubber spatula to help mix the batter fully
  • Pan is 7 inches long; Zojirushi® pan is 9 inches long
  • More expensive than Cuisinart®
  • dough paddle usually stays inside the baked loaf and can be awkward to remove, as well as leaving a large hole in the bottom of the middle of the loaf
  • bread has a very crunchy crust – if you prefer a soft crust, I highly recommend another machine instead
  • No longer in production — very difficult to find this machine as of 2023
Tfal gluten free bread
The compact size of the bread pan means the loaf is crowned and tall, but produces fewer slices.

 

All in all, I am quite pleased with the results of this T-fal gluten free bread machine. It has produced beautiful results comparable to those of machines that cost far more, so I would highly recommend it if you are interested in baking homemade bread with a bread machine.

NOTE: as of 2021, T-fal has notified me that it is no longer manufacturing ANY bread makers. If you happen to get your hands on one of the T-fal gluten free bread machines left on the market — lucky you! Sometimes you can find them on ebay or other such sites. Otherwise, check out one of these other recommended gluten free bread makers.

What’s Your Opinion on Bread Machines for Gluten Free Bread?

Do you have a bread machine and use it to bake gluten free bread? Is yours a gluten free bread machine or a standard bread machine you have to program for gluten free loaves? Please leave a comment below with the bread maker you use and your review of it so others will learn which machines are worth trying.

Thanks for contributing your experiences!

**Note: I had previously recommended a Cuisinart®​ machine among those I liked to use, but after after repeated problems with my Cuisinart bread maker not fully baking the loaves, I no longer recommend that machine. I have learned a work around (preheat your oven to 350°F and place the bread pan from the Cuisinart bread machine into the oven to bake approximately 10 more minutes at the end of the bread baking cycle), but this is not ideal. One reason we use a bread machine is so that we don’t need to turn on the oven, or perhaps because there is no oven available. Since this bread machine does not have a separate bake setting, access to an oven is required. I have heard from many other Cuisinart bread machine owners that they have had the same issues and have also learned to use the oven to fi3 slicenish baking the loaf. If you currently have a Cuisinart bread maker, I highly recommend purchasing a bread thermometer so you can determine if the gluten free bread is fully cooked on the inside before removing the bread to cool.

 

*Thanks to Zojirushi®,  T-fal®, Hamilton Beach® and Panasonic® for supplying me with gluten free bread machines to test and review. My opinions on bread machines are entirely my own, and a favorable review was not required. (I have since purchased two of these machines as gifts, just so you know — I’ll leave you to guess which ones!) I only work with companies and products that I love and recommend. Some links in this post may be referral links. If you do decide to purchase a product at a retailer after following my link, I may receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you, which I use to pay for web hosting and services for this blog. Read my disclosure policy here.

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  1. It seems to me from what I have read about all bread machine that have a Gluten free Setting STILL have two rises and punch downs which is not suppose to be with GF bread. The Zojirushi does also for such a very expensive machine that seems to get so many good reviews when you either have to program your own times in or use a quick bread setting for Gluten free bread. So what is it that makes spending money on a bread machine that does not do what is should do with each setting? The Zojirushi I thought would have done btter with this but it did not.

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    • Hi Carol, I agree that it’s quite odd about the Zojirushi programs. Luckily, it’s easy to create a “homemade” program with the machine. That being said, the T-fal is programmed for gluten free with only one rise and no punch down setting, and it works quite well. That’s why I reviewed the less expensive machine so folks would know they have two great options for a bread machine to make gluten free bread. I hope that helps!
      ~jules

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    • Hmmm. I haven’t tried that one yet. Does it have a GF setting? That’s always a good place to start!
      ~jules

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    • I would looooove to know this! I need a machine that can make a vegan gf quick bread, as I can’t do gluten, yeast, oats, or eggs. This makes my life really hard and am currently spending about $10 a loaf on a frozen bread I can buy in bulk and have shipped to me once a month. Ya, that gets expensive. Please if anyone can say how this machine does on gf quick bread I would appreciate it!

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      • Hi Jessica – I haven’t tried these machines with quick breads because those are so easy to just mix (even by hand) and bake in the oven. I have lots of easy recipes on my site for these recipes using NO gluten, yeast, oats or eggs. Search anytime!
        I’m sure the machines work fine for quick breads with the right recipe and ingredients.
        I hope that helps!
        ~jules

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  2. I have a zojirushi and use it on the Quick setting for the gluten free breads with perfect results. Have made the beer bread & the artisan bread.

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  3. Just got a T-Fal for our newly Gluten Free house. Amazing.

    First I tried the Zojirushi two-pound recipe. It came out great!

    Then I tried the GFJules bread mix. Wasn’t sure which liquid to use so I picked ginger ale. It just sounded so weird and we had already tried milk with to Zojirushi recipe. Used good old Schwepps Ginger Ale and it was unbelievably excellent!! Way better than the other recipe which was great to begin with.

    Just made my second loaf with Omission IPA gluten free beer as the liquid (along with eggs, olive oil, and honey). What a smell when it was baking!

    Thank you Jules. Your mix is sooo easy and sooo good.

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    • PS how do you get the loaves so smooth on top in your photos? I’ve tried to smooth the top of the dough, but it is so tacky I end up making it worse. My loaves taste delicious, but have “lumpy” tops.

      Also – what are you topping your loaves with in the photos?

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  4. Hi Jules, I just found your site today while researching gf bread making. I’m not a fan of the bread in stores. Can this machine make gf pizza dough as well?

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    • Hi Marney, so glad you found my site! My GF bread mix has been voted #1 gluten-free bread mix by consumers in the Gluten Free Awards – it knocks the socks off of any store bought GF loaf. I make it in this machine all the time. There is a dough setting on this machine or you could make my GF pizza dough mix or recipe in a bowl with a wooden spoon or using a mixer. It’s not very thick, so it’s easy to mix, but certainly you could use a machine to do the mixing for you. Happy baking!
      ~jules

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  5. Just found your page, so happy. Along with the gluten sensitivity, i am also off eggs and dairy, so far the different egg replacers have not made the best loaf. Using an old basic bread machine on the express bake. I must get a new machine soon. Thanks for your advice.

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  6. I am having a great time experimenting with different gf beers and ales, gf Jules bread mix and my T-Fal actibread machine. I used Omission Pale Ale for my first two loaves (one with eggs and one with flaxseed/water). It made a nice white bread loaf with a rich yeasty aroma. I used New City Ginger Beer for loaf that had a sweeter taste. My favorite so far has been the Steadfast oatmeal Cream Stout which made a more golden colored bread with a taste that brought to mind a honey wheat bread. All have been superior to any commercial breads I have purchased. The machine and the mix cannot be easier to use and for anyone still unsure, Jules’ bread machine video shows just how easy this can be. I am definitely recommending this combination to everyone!

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    • thank u good to know, as i have now made 3loaves of bread and they only rise 3″max….still great taste, but maybe the T-fal bread machine will make up the extra 2″

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      • Hi Jewel, not sure why you’d be having difficulty with the bread rising, but using a bread machine certainly does remove some of the variables! Check my Top 18 tips for baking GF bread and see if any of those help, as well: https://gfjules.com/18-tips-for-gluten-free-bread-baking/. Fresh ingredients, following the recipe exactly — no ingredient substitutions — and room temperature for all ingredients help to ensure the recipe will work as pictured.
        ~jules

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  7. Thanks so much for all your great info. I was trying to decide between the Zojirushi and the T Fal. I finally went with the T Fal based on your great review. I have a small kitchen and don’t need a lot of bread at one time. Can’t wait to get it. I am not a celiac, but am gluten sensitive. Eliminating gluten has made a hiuge difference for me. Love your web site.

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    • I’m so happy you’re making the most of my site and resources. Let me know how you like the T-fal – it’s a really great machine at a great price and it doesn’t take up too much space. You’ll love it with my easy bread mix, too!
      ~jules

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      • Got my T Fal yesterday. Made my first loaf of bread using a gluten free mix of Pamela’s. The directions said to use the basic white bread setting which this machine does not have, and not to use the gluten free setting. I thought I would use the french setting, but the length of time seemed too long. I ended up using the gluten free setting. It came out fine, better than any store bought gluten free bread I’ve had. Thanks for your help Jules. Love the breadmaker and cost a lot less than the zojirushi.

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  8. Can this machine be filled at night, programmed to turn on in the early morning, and have fresh bread ready for breakfast? I love my Zojirushi, but it won’t do that on the GF setting. Can it be done on this machine or another one? Thanks

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    • Hi Ann, there is a delayed start setting but it’s not applicable on the gluten-free settings. The only thing I can tell you that I’ve done with both the Zojirushi and the T-Fal is to put all my ingredients in before I go to bed, then get up and start the machine so that the bread is ready for breakfast. I’ve actually done this in my hotel room, setting my alarm and stumbling over in the dark to just press “Start!” LOL. Pretty funny, but it works! Anyway, what I wanted you to know is that the bread doesn’t rise with a nice crown on it when you do this — it is a flatter, more even loaf — but the neat part is that the bread tastes like sourdough! Very cool happenstance as a result! That may not be what you’re looking for in a machine, but I thought I’d let you know, since we’re both the kind who want early morning bread!
      ~jules

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    • Hi Sarah, I haven’t tried those settings yet. Now you’re making me curious, though. I guess I’ll have to do that one day soon!
      ~jules

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  9. Missy, I ordered the TFal from Amazon right before leaving for Prague. I just got back and can’t wait to try it. Bought because of your recommendation. Bread maker , here I come!

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    • Oh, I’m so excited to hear what you think, Yvonne! Be sure to let me know how your bread turns out!!!!
      ~jules

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      • I love it! It’s amazing how well the bread comes out. On my first trial I wanted to have a positive outcome, so I used Glutino’s Bread Mix. Turned out great. I hadn’t made bread in over 15 years (due to the celiac diagnosis). My husband even noted the wonderful aroma of the bread baking. It came out gorgeous and taste good. I have since done it from scratch using your idea of subbing soda water for the water and Those were scrumptious . Better than the mix. I have to confess I didn’t use your mix. I got Pamela’s artisan gluten free flour mix.
        So, Jules, you are THE best ! Thank you for your review. Otherwise , I would still be yearning homemade bread. Having grown up in Puerto Rico, where our “daily” bread was a fresh hot loaf of “pan de agua” , similar to the French baguette., I have missed a good loaf
        Thanks!,

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  10. I purchased one about a month ago after being upset about another holey loaf from the store. I have baked 3 different kinds of bread and I love them all and so did my daughter when she came to visit. I love that I can slice the pieces very thin for sandwiches instead of feeling like the bread is way to thick Will be ordering your mix when I use up stuff I already have here can’t wait to try it if is as good as the cookie mix is.

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    • Wonderful to hear, Mary! I know you’ll love my bread mix, especially since you already have a great machine! Can’t wait to hear what you think of my bread mix when you try!
      ~jules

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  11. I have the Zojirushi Home Bakery and love it. But I am the only one gluten free in my house and the only one who will eat gluten free bread. About a year ago I decided a bread machine that made smaller loaves would suit my needs better and for only $70.00, I bought the predecessor to your T-Fal Actibread Machine. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008A39D5C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00. I have to say I was surprisingly impressed with it after the fabulous Zojirushi! I can only imagine the new and improved T-Fal would be even better!

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