Buttermilk Bread for the Bread Machine
Soft, tender, and effortlessly homemade, this Buttermilk Bread for the Bread Machine is the ultimate solution for fresh, bakery-style bread without the hassle. Made with rich buttermilk for a subtle tang and enhanced fluffiness, this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced loaf that’s slightly sweet and savory. With just seven pantry staples—like bread flour, unsalted butter, and instant yeast—this bread comes together in minutes and bakes to golden perfection in your bread machine. Perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or simply enjoying with a slather of butter, this no-fuss recipe is a must-try for home bakers. Plus, its easy preparation in the bread machine ensures consistent, bakery-quality results every time. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, this foolproof recipe is all you need for fresh, delicious homemade bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 cups Bread Flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant Yeast
Instructions
Begin by ensuring the buttermilk is at room temperature. If it's straight from the fridge, warm it slightly in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until lukewarm but not hot.
Add the buttermilk to the bread machine pan first, followed by the water and unsalted butter. Cut the butter into small pieces for easier mixing.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar and salt evenly over the liquid ingredients.
Measure the bread flour carefully and add it to the bread machine pan, ensuring the liquid is fully covered by the flour.
Make a small well in the center of the flour without exposing the liquid beneath, and add the instant yeast to the well.
Insert the bread machine pan into the bread machine and ensure it's properly secured. Close the lid.
Select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' setting on your bread machine. Use the medium crust setting if customizable. Press the 'Start' button to begin the cycle.
Allow the bread machine to complete the kneading, rising, and baking process, which typically takes around 3 hours for most machines.
Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts. Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes.
Gently turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.0 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 3810 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.9 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 789 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
