My breadmaker has “ExpressBake®” options. What do I need to keep in mind when making bread with this cycle?
Things to Know about ExpressBake® options. There are a few things you should know about the ExpressBake® settings that are different than the other settings: • Breads made using ExpressBake® settings tend to have a darker, thicker crust than the other kinds of bread. Sometimes there will be a crack in the top of the crust. This is due to the higher temperatures used for baking. The loaves also tend to be shorter and denser. • You CANNOT use the delay timer for the ExpressBake® settings. This would cool the liquid ingredients and affect the way the bread rises. • You CANNOT use the crust color buttons when baking breads with ExpressBake® settings. • DO NOT open the cover while baking breads with ExpressBake® settings. • If the loaf is hard to remove from the pan, let it sit for about 5 minutes to cool. Shake the bread out of the pan and wait for 15 minutes before slicing. • If you wish to bake another loaf of bread, you must let the breadmaker cool for 20 minutes with the cover open. •
