Bread Makers for Bakers of All Skill Levels

Freshly baked bread makes a great addition to any meal. Enjoy homemade loaves whenever you want with bread makers from Williams Sonoma. These useful countertop appliances are perfect for beginner, intermediate and advanced breadmakers, making them a great gift for bakers. Browse to find bestselling options from top brands like Zojirushi, Cuisinart and Breville.

Premium Bread Machines

While baking homemade bread is a delicious activity, it does require a considerable time commitment. Thankfully, bread-making appliances are available to automate many steps of the process, saving you time. They typically include a variety of preprogrammed settings for different types of bread, like white or whole wheat. Once the ingredients are added, the machine will automatically mix and knead the dough for the appropriate amount of time, let the dough rest, then bake your bread. Depending on the model you choose, these appliances may also offer some or all of the following features:

• Many include special settings for packaged bread mixes, allowing you to skip a few steps while still achieving exceptional results.
• If you love experimenting with your own recipes, look for bread makers with memory functions. These models allow you to save custom kneading, rising and baking times for easy future access.
• Machines with a sourdough starter function let you prepare a healthy sourdough starter in about two hours. Using your fermented culture, you can then make sourdough bread or start other sourdough baking projects.
• Add-in dispensers will come in handy for those who want to add flavour and texture to their baked loaves. Simply fill the dispenser with the add-in of your choice, like fruit or chopped nuts, and they'll automatically be mixed into your dough at the right time.
• Premium bread machines also typically have settings for baking simple cakes using their cake function or homemade jam using the jam function. The hands-off nature of the cooking process saves you time and ensures consistently delicious results.

Other Must-Have Bread Appliances

Homemade bread is delicious on its own, especially when it's freshly baked and still warm. These loaves also make special gifts for friends and family members for any occasion. But you can also use other small appliances from Williams Sonoma to transform your slices into something different. Pick up a new toaster or toaster oven to add the perfect crunch to your bread. They offer multiple browning levels to suit your personal preferences. Top with butter, homemade jam or other spreads for a simple yet delicious breakfast or a snack at any time of day.

French toast is another popular breakfast dish that you can make with thick slices of homemade bread. Follow your favourite recipe to create an egg mixture, dip your slices, then cook them in an electric skillet. Top with fresh fruit, powdered sugar or other delicious toppings. If you're craving something savoury, use a panini press to make a sandwich instead. Try out different ingredient combinations to build your perfect lunch dish or easy weeknight dinner.

Shop for bread makers at Williams Sonoma to help you bake delicious homemade bread in the comfort of your kitchen. With their preprogrammed mixing, kneading and baking times, all you'll have to do is add your ingredients and let the machine do the rest. Choose from a variety of top options from bestselling brands like Zojirushi, Cuisinart and Breville for yourself or the baker in your life.