Looking for that perfect loaf of homemade gluten-free bread? Try my easy gluten-free bread machine recipe that will satisfy cravings for soft and tasty bread. Includes a dairy-free option.
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Recipe originally posted April 2017, photos updated April 2018.
Easy Homemade Gluten-Free Bread with a Dairy-Free Option
Finding good gluten-free bread can be challenging. I have tried just about every gluten-free brand of bread on the market.
Personally, I am not a big sandwich person (unless it’s big fatty sub like a cheesesteak) and I have a hard time paying over $5 for a very small loaf of bread.
I do really like bread with pasta dishes and soup, so what’s a mama to do?
I broke down went out a bought a bread machine that had a gluten-free setting. The bread machine that I have is an Oster bread machine with a gluten-free setting. When I set the machine to the gluten-free setting it no longer allows me to choose between a 1.5lb or a 2lb loaf. So, I’m assuming it’s a 2lb loaf.
I ended up modifying a recipe on the back of Gluten Free Mama’s flour blend a bit to find the perfect bread machine bread recipe for my family. I have also made this recipe using Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
How To Make Gluten-Free Homemade Bread in 3 Easy Steps
The bread machine with a gluten-free setting is super easy to use.
- The first step is to put all of your wet ingredients into the pan.
- The second step is to add all of the dry ingredients, except for the yeast.
- The final step is to make a little hole in the flour with your finger and then pour the yeast into the center.
Making gluten-free homemade bread in a bread machine is as easy as that! Just make sure your bread machine is set to the gluten-free mode.
I have not tried to make bread by hand because honestly, I don’t have time for all of that. I just add all the ingredients into my bread machine and walk away until it’s done.
Pro Tip
- I usually store the leftover bread in an airtight container, once it’s completely cooled. It may be kept on the counter (at room temperature).
- It is also best not to slice the bread before you store it, so just store the left-over portion of the loaf.
- I like to reheat my bread the next day because the gluten-free bread is best when warm.
Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
Pro Tip
The best way to measure gluten-free flour is the “spoon & level” method. Using a spoon, scoop the flour into the measuring cup. After you’ve spooned the flour into the measuring cup, use the back of a knife to level off the top of the measuring cup. Friends, please do not scoop the flour out of the bag with your measuring cup.
Dairy-Free Baking
I have also included a dairy-free option for the recipe. My husband, myself and youngest son are all dairy-free as well. So now you too can enjoy a gluten-free and dairy-free homemade bread.
I promise it is just as delicious made with the dairy-free butter and milk. Some of my favorite dairy-free alternatives that I like to bake with is almond, cashew or coconut milk. I also like baking with coconut oil or Earth Balance or Smart Balance butter.
This gluten-free bread is so soft and is so full of flavor, unlike some of the cardboard tasting store-bought brands. I always serve this bread warm and my family eats it all in one sitting.
Gluten-Free Bread Recipes
Another one of my favorite gluten-free bread recipes is my Gluten-Free Rolls {Dairy-Free Option} and Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits {Dairy-Free Option }. It’s an easy gluten-free biscuits recipe made Southern style with buttermilk. Flaky and tender. With a dairy-free option.
Check out a few of my most popular gluten-free recipes.
- Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Cake
- Easy Gluten-Free Banana Blueberry Muffins
- Easy Gluten-Free Banana Bread
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Recipe adapted from Old Fashioned White Bread from Gluten Free Mama.
Homemade Gluten-Free Bread {bread machine, dairy-free option}
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk ,dairy-free use cashew, almond or coconut milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter ,dairy-free use Earth Balance or Smart Balance
- 2 eggs ,beaten
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons xanthan gum ,leave out if your flour already has it in it
- 1 3/4 teaspoons rapid yeast/instant yeast ,I use Fleischmann's Bread Machine Instant Yeast
Instructions
- The first step in making bread in your bread machine is to add all the wet ingredients first to the bread baking pan.
- Warm the milk and melt butter. I combine this step and add the milk and butter to a large glass measuring cup and heat in the microwave. Pour warm milk and melted butter in the bread baking pan.
- Pour the honey into the bread baking pan.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the bread baking pan.
- Add the apple cider vinegar to the bread baking pan.
- Now it's time to add your dry ingredients.
- Add the flour, salt, and xanthan gum (leave out if your flour already has it) to the bread baking pan.
- The last step is to add your yeast. First, make a little hole with your finger in the flour. Pour the yeast into the hole.
- Start the bread machine and set to the gluten-free setting.
- As your bread machine is mixing, you will need to go in and scrape the sides down into the batter with a spatula. Your bread machine may be different and you may not need this step.
- Cool before slicing.
- Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose. I like Pillsbury gluten-free.
- The best way to measure gluten-free flour is the “spoon & level” method. Using a spoon, scoop the flour into the measuring cup. After you’ve spooned the flour into the measuring cup, use the back of a knife to level off the top of the measuring cup. Friends, please do not scoop the flour out of the bag with your measuring cup.
- I usually store the leftover bread in an airtight container, once it's completely cooled. It may be kept on the counter (at room temperature).
- It is also best not to slice the bread before you store it, so just store the left-over portion of the loaf.
- I like to reheat my bread the next day because the gluten-free bread is best when warm.
- I have an Oster bread machine that has a gluten-free setting.
- Mama says "Check all of your labels!"
Stephanie S. says
Help, I have an old machine, that doesn’t have a Gluten free mode!
Audrey says
Hi Stephanie! I have not tried using the recipe in a bread machine that does not have a gluten-free setting, but others have and they left a comment that the bread turned out wonderful. If you try it please let me know how your bread turns out.
Maegen says
I just got a bread machineas a gift. It did not have a GF setting. I used the wheat setting and it turned out AMAZING. I had tried another recipe from another blog last night and it tasted like flour. I knew I wanted honey in my next attempt so I tried yours. It was the best ever. Thank you so much! Do you have a gf pizza dough you like?
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star recipe review Maegen! I am so happy that you enjoyed the bread. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. I do have an easy pizza crust recipe you can find it HERE: https://www.mamaknowsglutenfree.com/gluten-free-pizza. I hope you enjoy it! Thanks again!
Sue Abuan says
Thank you for posting this wonderful recipe, I can finally make my own bread and really enjoy it. No more store bought bread for me. I feel with your recipes I can enjoy being gluten free and not feel that I missing out in life
Audrey says
Thank you so much Sue for your kind words and your wonderful 5-star recipe review! I can’t tell you how happy it makes me that you enjoyed the bread. You have really blessed me. Thank you again!
Julie Mast says
This recipe is perfect! The bread turned out amazing. The taste is superb. Thank you for this awesome gluten free bread recipe! I’ll be making it again and again and again.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Julie for the amazing 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the bread. You are so welcome I love sharing what I make for my family. Thank you again!
Ruth says
Ileft you a message about your biscuits which were fantastic so I was looking forward to making the bread. I was disappointed to find that you have to use a bread machine and I don’t have one. Have you heard of anyone making this in the regular overn? It would be great to have bread again. I’m like yolu though in that I prefer subs with plenty of good fatty flavors like the cheesesteak you mentioned.. I’m going to go now and check your dinner roll recipe to see if I’ll be able to make them without a bread machine
Audrey says
Hi Ruth! I am going to test my bread recipe baking it in the oven. I’ll update you as soon as I test it out. The dinner rolls are super easy to make and do not need a bread machine. I use the dinner rolls to make cheeseburger sliders for my kids and they love them.
Meaghan says
You are amazing! After feeling “off” for the last 15-20 years we came to find I’m gluten intolerant. This made me mad because I love bread, pizza dough, cookies, cakes, garlic knots…you get the picture lol. So after a month of suffering while watching my family eat their sloppy Joe on big beautiful fluffy rolls while mine is just on my plate being spooned into my mouth I cannot say how thankful I am for your site! I feel like I can eat the things I enjoy without saying “oh forget it, gimme a roll!” And then feeling tired, foggy and off afterwards. It’s definitely a win-win! So thank you from the bottom of my heart and keep up the excellent work! Oh, and since this is supposed to be about this bread, yes it is AMAZING!!! And, yes it fills the gluten bread void, unlike some that are just “meh, it’s kinda like bread.” This IS bread. Hallelujah!!! 😄
Audrey says
Thank you so much Meaghan for the amazing 5-star recipe review! I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to hear that you enjoyed the bread. Thank you so much for your kind words and your encouragement! You totally made my night. I am so glad that you are feeling better, since going gluten-free. It was life changing for me as well and I suffered for over 15 years so I totally understand. Plus I’m a foodie, so I really get it. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. I started my blog to help others and it really blesses me. Thank you from the bottom Meaghan my heart!
Pat says
How can I make this vegan — i.e., replace the eggs. Have you had any success with flaxseed “eggs” ?
Audrey says
Hi Pat! I have not tried making this recipe with flaxseed eggs. I have only just started baking egg-free with the Bob’s Red Mill egg replacer. If you try it, will you please let me know how it turns out?
Nicole says
This was delicious! And tasted like real bread! My husband, who does not have to eat gluten-free, even enjoyed it. AND, this was my first time EVER making bread, and it turned out great on the first try!! I have the T-faI bread machine and just hit the program 1 button for gluten-free bread. I am allergic to eggs, so I used 2 tablespoons flax meal soaked in 6 tablespoons warm water for 10 minutes as the egg replacer, and that worked too. (Mentioning in case that is helpful for other readers.)
Do you happen to have a sandwich bread recipe? I am super excited to try more of your recipes.
Thank you!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Nicole for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the bread. I am glad to hear that the flax eggs worked well with the recipe. Thank you for sharing your results, I really appreciate it! I do not have a sandwich bread recipe yet, I’m still working on it. The dinner rolls are great for sandwiches and making sliders. I hope you enjoy the other recipes you try. Thanks again!