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 Tips For Making Gluten-Free Bread
- 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.
What if my bread machine does not have a gluten-free setting?
If your bread machine does not have a gluten-free setting, you will want the setting that only has one mixing cycle (it’s often the quick, rapid, rapid rise, one rise or basic feature). Gluten-free bread does not need a second rise.
If you don’t have a feature with only one mixing cycle, try to see if you can override the pre-programmed settings for a 20-minute mix cycle, 1-hour rise cycle, and 1 hour-bake cycle.
You can also check out your bread machine’s manufacturer website to see if they have a gluten-free setting suggestion for their bread machine. Some bread machine makers have instructions for a gluten-free bread setting for their older models.
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 For Measuring Flour
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 }. These recipes are super easy to make!
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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 ½ cups warm milk ,dairy-free use cashew, almond or coconut milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter ,dairy-free use Earth Balance or Smart Balance
- 2 eggs ,beaten
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ 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 ½ teaspoons xanthan gum ,leave out if your flour already has it in it
- 1 ¾ 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 may need to go in and scrape the sides down into the batter with a spatula. The dough will be similar in texture to cake batter. Your bread machine may be different and you may not need this step.
- Cool before slicing. Enjoy!
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.
- If your bread machine does not have a gluten-free setting, you will want the setting that only has one mixing cycle (it's often the quick, rapid, rapid rise, one rise or basic feature). You can also override the pre-programmed settings for a 20-minute mix cycle, 1-hour rise cycle, and 1 hour-bake cycle.
- Mama says "Check all of your labels!"
Nutrition
Niketa says
THANK YOU for this recipe Audrey! I’ve been searching, experimenting and having lot of loaves that puff up then fall down into a flat mess. I’ve been using an AP GF flour that says it contains Xanthan gum, but I added some to a batch, and that seems to have solved the problem. I make several loaves a week sometimes, and this recipe is bar far the easiest, tastiest and consistent for me now.
Thanks again!
Melissa Post says
Thank you for such a wonderful recipe! My first time using my brand new bread maker and gluten-free bread at that! Turned out perfect!
Svitlana says
Amazing recipe, thank you! What kind of xanthan gum do you like to use. There are a lot of them and I got lost. Thank you.
Angela G says
Thank you so much. I used extra white gold Gluten-free all purpose flour and organic Amber Agave in place of the Honey. I used lactose free milk And my bread machine has the gluen-free setting but it can only do a one or a one and a half. half the recipe to make a one loaf. I think I will try to get some honey and almond milk for the next time I make this.
Carolyn Butler says
The Robin Hood Flour has xantham gum in it – did you leave out the extra xanthum when developing this recipe? Just want to confirm before I try this recipe with my Bulk Barn flour which also has xanthum gum in it. Looking forward to making this!
Audrey says
Hi Carolyn. Yes leave out the xanthan gum if your gluten-free flour already has it in the blend. I hope you enjoy the bread!
Judie says
I made this bread again recently… let’s face it I always have some on hand either in the kitchen or the freezer. I alternate loaves with raisin bread and “honey” bread. Ps for raisin bread I now use 2/3 cup of raisins that were soaked o/n in the milk I’m using for the bread the next day… This week I went to hungry jacks and ordered a whopper without the bun, brought it home, toasted 2 slices of this on the frying pan chopped the patty to fit and omg 😱 it was just like the real thing. You only need thin slices too as the “usual” buns compact. I can do honey but there are heaps of ways to lofo this recipe even further. Like notomato sauce, onion substitute df cheese. You are a total genius.
Jeannette says
My first time using a bread maker. I have a 2lb Elite Gourmet bread machine. My first loaf following this recipe was awesome. I don’t have celiac disease but wanted to try gluten free bread. It is a little denser than I had expected but delish! Next time I will add some rosemary or cinnamon and experiment a little. Thanks!
Ina Robinson says
Delicious! I love it toasted and buttered for my breakfast.
Jenn says
Absolutely love this bread! I feel like it has been an eternity since I have had bread that tastes like bread! My husband does not have a gluten issue like I do and he has been talking about this bread like crazy! Thank you for sharing!
Tamar says
Amazing! This is the best gluten free bread recipe I have found! Made tonight and the family ate almost the whole loaf in one sitting! A hint of sweet, crisp on the outside and so moist on the inside. A must try!
Linda S. White says
I made this gf recipe with Red Mill 1 to 1 baking flour, Red Mill egg replacement, 1/3 c. creamed honey and 1c. oat milk plus 1/2c. Thai canned coconut milk. I used an older 20+ year old Welbilt standard bread maker. This bread was done perfectly in the amount of time it ran, which was 2hr & 45min. The loaf is crispy outside, moist and dense inside, just the way I like it. Delicious!!
judie says
I loved this recipe sooo much I even made cheeseburgers with it… it was so good I wondered if I could tweak it to make raisin Bread… I added some cinnamon and allspice as well as .5 cup raisins. I also changed out honey (I didn’t have golden syrup which I would have used mL for mL) so I used half sugar, half water with some treackle. Microwave For a minute or so till the sugar dissolves, enough treackle to colour of golden syrup (using raw sugar, .5 TSP was a good ratio)….now it’s out of the breadmaker and it’s Devine. I haven’t had decent fruit toast in years. Thanks MKGF you have changed my life.
Linda says
That was the best bread ever. I received a bread maker for Christmas with a gluten free setting because I was tired of buying gluten free bread at the store that wasn’t that great. Tried your recipe as you wrote it first time and second time I did as one commentator did and put in 1 cup of raisins and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/4 cup of nutmeg. It was so good. Every time I make a loaf I’m sharing half with my niece because she loves it too. Think she’s gonna get a bread machine so she can make it too.
Judie says
OMG sooo yummy. My bread just came out of the bread maker. It is very nice. I got a little tired of my old recipe and I’m so glad I tried this one. I used reconstituted PDR milk. I’m. Also wondering how some raisins and cinnamon would go in here for another time.
Rene says
Hi Audrey, I’ve made your Gluten-Free Bread Machine Bread three times now. It’s SO good! In fact, it’s the best gluten-free bread I’ve made. Even my hubby (who is not gluten free) likes it! Tonight I added 2 Tablespoons of cinnamon, 1/2 cup of diced, dried apricots, and 1/4 cup of dried cherries to the loaf during the kneading process. Yummy! I’m hooked! I’ll be making a second loaf tomorrow to take to my daughter’s home. I have a copy of your book, The Everything Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Cookbook. I’ll be trying lots more of your recipes. Thank you for caring about others and sharing your recipes with us!
Tc says
I’ve made this for years with the recommended Pillsbury brand flour. Tonight I made it with Bob Red Mills GF 1:1 flour and it was perfect! I love this recipe and will continue to make!
Kaitlin says
This was my first time ever baking bread and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised!!! I can barely tell there’s honey and it’s just the perfect amount of sweet. I’ve shared this recipe with so many people already and I just made it yesterday, 12/5 lol!! So happy a dairy/gluten free bread can still be just as good as regular bread. Thank you for sharing this!
Tammra says
By far the best GF bread I have made!! Thank you for sharing this with us. Being GF has challenges, bread being the biggest!
Have you tried to use the batter for rolls??Thanks again, Tammra
Stephanie L. says
I have been in the hunt for good gluten free bread after my diagnosis 8 months ago and nothing tasted like or had the texture of regular bread until I tried this recipe today! I made the recipe exactly how written using Bob Mills 1 to 1 gluten free flour. I will be making this daily in my bread machine for my son and I to replace the store night stuff we normally buy. The only thing is I live in a rural area where honey isn’t always available at the store. Can I substitute the honey for regular white sugar? I always have white sugar on hand as we buy in bulk when we go shopping once a month. Thank you for this amazing recipe! From: a bread lover ♥️
Audrey says
I am so happy that you enjoyed the bread Stephanie! You can substitute regular sugar or even pure maple syrup for the honey. Thank you so much for the amazing 5-star recipe review!
Tamara T. says
This was great! It is all of the wonderful things others have said. It is great to have with a meal, but I am still looking for a bread recipe for sandwiches that is not sweet. I have 2 teenage boys who were diagnosed with celiac disease earlier this year and the bread is the toughest thing to replace by far. Your recipes have been my favorite since changing to gluten-free for my family. Every recipe I’ve tried has been wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing all of your hard work!
Lois says
This recipe looks almost perfect for me!
Is there anything I can substitute for apple cider vinegar? I’m allergic to apples, and I’m concerned that apple cider vinegar will also make me break out.
Audrey says
Hi Lois! You can use lemon juice in place of apple cider vinegar. Please let me know if I can help you in any way.
Sharyl Thombs says
This bread was the best gf bread ever. Because of my dietary restrictions, I replaced the honey with maple syrup and used almond milk. YUM! I could eat this with every meal or as a desert. Simply delicious.
Tina says
I was amazed that it was gluten-free. So easy to make, just measure and hit the button… Off we go. I actually made it for my sister. it is”hit or miss” when she goes to get groceries if it is in stock. I made it and took it to her while still warm. She was impressed. Flavor and texture was great. She has to have gluten free. But I may make it for myself. Sent sister link to website. I look forward to trying other recipes.
Dianne says
I can eat bread again!!!!! This recipe is so easy but so wonderful. I have had to be gluten free for almost 2 years, and have not been able to find a bread that was actually tasty. I have a bread machine without a gf setting, but even my husband who does not have to gf loved it. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
Robbie Tucker says
If you do not have a gluten-free setting on your breadmaker you can just use the rapid bake setting. This has been my go to recipe for five years now. Mmmmmmmm!
Lisa A Reid says
Seriously great tasting. Had to make sure I used the right “gluten free” flour. Yes, sure did. Great taste and nice texture. Thank you.
Patrick says
Thanks – I found bread again 🎉💥👍that won’t give me the itchies and it’s awesome.
Cade says
I just made this earlier today using oatmilk and for the flour I used 1.5c brown rice flour, 1c sorghum, and 0.5c teff and it is a dead ringer for a whole wheat bread. This was great in my bread machine and will be my go to. Thank you for the wonderful recipe
Erica says
This recipe is great! Only thing I would give a heads up on is it’s more of a sweet bread recipe. It reminds me of Hawaiian sweet rolls. Also if you are around 7,000 feet, add more yeast.
Gary says
I have this bread with great success. I have tried making gluten free bread in the past with little success. Thank you for the receipt and the info.
Lizzy says
Omg I love it! This recipe is lit!!! ❤️ Thank you! It’s the perfect crunch and softness inside! Great flavor too! I was questioning the honey I gotta confessed but decided to just follow it and see and I’m very glad I did!!!
Bina Suralia says
Great recipe! Tasty gluten free bread ! Best bread maker recipe that I’ve tried!
Erina says
Oh my goodness, this is so wonderful! We are newly recent GF, dairy, and egg free for half of our household. Everyone loves it! This worked wonderfully on our machine. Thank you so much for sharing! My family says thank you!
Deb Thornton says
Followed the recipe exactly and loved it!
Jan says
This was delicious!!!
Hu says
It was so amazingly deliciouse gluten free bread. I used your recipe and my bread machine. Thank you for you talents and sharing.
Charanjit Bhinder says
Amazing recepie!! We added one part Jawar flour and 2 parts Gluten-free All purpose blend, sunflower and flex seeds. Result was yummy 😋. Thank you.
Linda Campbell says
This recipe is amazing. I substituted 1 tablespoon of Knox gelatine for the xanthan and it worked very well.
Jean says
I have been using this recipe as my base for about a year now. I have a zohirushi machine which does not have a gf cycle and tried many variations of settings – for me, 45 min rise + 1 hour bake works best to avoid the bread from collapsing – that and I also reduced milk to 1 1/3 cups and honey to 1/3 cup (I may further reduce honey -it’s wonderfully sweet but I’m trying to see how low I can go w/ honey and still love it). I also make sure the milk is at 95-100 degrees F when I put it in the pan so by the time the bread starts to mix, the mixture is more like 95 degrees to maximize yeast growth. I’ve also made cinnamon raisin bread with this recipe (1tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp nutmeg to flour, then 1c raisins during the “add in” beeps). Yumma. Thank you!
Mrs Lee Stevenson says
I baked a loaf of the bread in my bread maker today. Yummy,Yummy, I am eating a slice right now. I am also diabetic and was wondering if the honey could not be substituted with something else. Live this bread and will bake again.
Elizabeth Stallings says
OMG This is good! I used butter instead of non dairy and flax milk because the kids drank the almond . i also subbed some weird cookie flavored beer my daughter had for half the milk.And we didnt have honey so i had to use birch sugar. AND i had to add a bit more xanthan gum because I buy the cheapest walmart gluten free flour. With all of that my bread came out just like yours. I sliced the end off as soon as It came out of the machine. Moist, no crumbling, nice and tall instead of the awful dry grocery store bread that is 2 inches tall.i went back because I had to have more.Did i mention the crust perfectly chewy with melted butter dripping off of it. i sliced the second piece off paper thin just to see if I could. It held together nicely without falling apart. This is going to be my go to for sandwich bread. It is far above any other gluten free sandwich bread Recipe I have made or bought in the store.
Douglas Wittenberg says
WE just made the Gluten free Bread in our bread machine. It came out delicious, light and fluff the first time. I do not need to be Glutten Free but my girlfriend does.. It tasted just like regular bread. You could not tell it was a Glutten -Free.Bread.
Kathleen Hanson says
Thank you for your clear instructions.
Shawna Hoffman says
Today I made this using Bob’s Red Mill all purpose gluten-free flour. I also substituted psyllium husk for xantham gum. I used almond milk (homemade) and earth balance spread. It was awesome! The best gluten-free bread I’ve ever had and now I won’t have to pay $5+ a loaf for ho hum gluten-free bread. Thanks a bunch!!!!
Lynda says
The recipe that came with my Sunbeam bread machine resulted in a crumbly mess and a waste of a bunch of specialty ingredients. This recipe turned out perfectly and my husband who is gluten sensitive says it is the best bread he has tasted!
Susan Carroll says
Love this recipe. This is the first gluten free bread I have made. I had a few substitutions, I used coconut oil and 1/4 cup of honey and 1/4 cup of maple syrup. I did add 1 tsp of xanthan even though the mix has it ( Divided Sunset All Purpose Gluten Free Flour) and I used the whole packet of rapid yeast approximately 2 1/4 tsp. I can’t wait to have another slice. Thanks for sharing your recipes.
Lisa DeHart says
Made this bread for a friend of mine, came out prefect with this recipe! Delicious toasted with butter and strawberry jelly. Next time we’re going to try it with homemade strawberry jelly that I can make in my bread machine!
Paula says
Wow! This makes the most delicious GF bread! I make it weekly for GF friends. They describe it as “the best GF bread we’ve ever eaten”. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Soooo yummy! 😋
Shay says
Delicious! Made this tonight in my Breville Breadmaker on GF setting 2lb. Nice crispy crust but soft inside. Used Bobs Red Mill All Purpose GF flour. Followed recipe exactly with no issues. Top did sink a bit but not a big deal. Thank you!
Demi says
I followed this recipe to a T using my Hamilton Beach bread machine, which also had a gluten-free setting. It turned out perfect, with a darker crust but moist inside. I love that it’s slightly sweet because of the honey. I’ll never buy GF bread again!!
Cari says
I bought a bread maker with the gluten free setting, mostly just to make bread. This recipe turned out fabulous! I’m getting ready to start another loaf. I also made the banana bread that is baked in the oven. It was also fabulous! Even my gluten eating hubby loved it, and couldn’t tell it was gluten free! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes!