Best 4 Ricotta Bread For Bread Machines 1 Pound Loaf Recipes

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Preparing homemade ricotta bread in the comfort of your own kitchen is a delightful and rewarding experience. It not only saves you a trip to the store but also allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring the freshest and highest-quality bread possible. With the convenience of a bread machine, crafting this bread becomes even more effortless and enjoyable. This article will provide a comprehensive guide to making the perfect ricotta bread in your bread machine, including essential ingredients, simple instructions, and helpful tips. Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey as you discover the secrets to creating a soft, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious loaf of ricotta bread.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RICOTTA BREAD FOR BREAD MACHINES (1 POUND LOAF)



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A favorite I have been making for years. This isn't a very tall loaf and yes - the amount of flour is correct. NOTE: (These days, most bread machines have much bigger pans, so if you have a larger capacity machine, you may instead wish to only mix the dough in the machine,let it rise, then bake the bread itself in a loaf pan (at 350 F for perhaps 30 minutes is a guess). This can still be baked in a larger capacity machine, it will just have an odd shape.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h5m

Yield 1 1pound loaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons skim milk or 3 tablespoons whole milk
2/3 cup low-fat ricotta cheese or 2/3 cup ricotta cheese
4 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 large egg
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups bread flour, plus
more bread flour, as needed
1 teaspoon active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients into a 1-pound capacity (or bigger) bread machine according to the directions in your manual.
  • Select the basic bread cycle and light crust.
  • After about 5 minutes, take a peek inside your machine to see if your dough is forming up a ball- if it is too wet, add up to 3 Tbsp additional flour, a spoonful at a time (or as needed based on the hunidity of the day), if too dry, add a little water.

RICOTTA BREAD



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"This moist, slightly sweet bread is one of my favorites to prepare in my bread machine," says Jenet Cattar of Neptune Beach, Florida. Jenet's recipe produces a smaller loaf, which is especially nice for households with one or two people.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h5m

Yield 1 loaf (1 pound).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons warm milk (70° to 80°)
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
4 teaspoons butter, softened
1 egg
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ITALIAN LEMON-RICOTTA BREAD (BREAD MACHINE)



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Make and share this Italian Lemon-Ricotta Bread (Bread Machine) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h15m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup milk
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 teaspoons anise extract
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 cups bread flour
1/3 cup walnuts
1/3 cup golden raisin
3 tablespoons sugar
1 lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon gluten
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 1/4 teaspoons rapid rise yeast (or 2 3/4 t. bread machine yeast)

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients in the pan according to the order in the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Set crust on medium and program for the Basic cycle; press Start.
  • When the baking cycle ends, immediately remove the bread from the pan and place it on a rack.
  • Let cool to room temperature before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3116.3, Fat 143.6, SaturatedFat 72.9, Cholesterol 728.3, Sodium 3712.3, Carbohydrate 382, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 69.9, Protein 77.1

FRENCH BREAD FOR BREAD MACHINE



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A nice french bread recipe that is a little more heathy than store bought. Recipe is for a 1 pound loaf.

Provided by TERRY B.

Categories     Breads

Time 3h40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup water
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 cups bread machine flour
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast, made for bread machines

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients in order from above.
  • Set machine for white bread.
  • You may have other settings as well, just set to your liking.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.5, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 468.3, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 7, Protein 5.1

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: To ensure the bread rises properly, make sure the water is lukewarm (around 110°F or 43°C) and the yeast is fresh. If the water is too hot, it can kill the yeast, and if it's too cold, the yeast won't activate properly.
  • Measure ingredients accurately: Using a kitchen scale to measure ingredients is the most accurate way to ensure consistent results. This is especially important for bread baking, where precise measurements are crucial.
  • Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the bread its structure and elasticity. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Proof the dough in a warm place: After the dough is kneaded, it needs to rise, or proof, in a warm place. This allows the yeast to produce carbon dioxide gas, which creates the bubbles in the bread. The ideal proofing temperature is between 75°F and 85°F (24°C and 29°C).
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven: Before putting the bread in the oven, make sure the oven is fully preheated to the desired temperature. This will help the bread rise evenly and prevent it from becoming dense.

Conclusion:

Ricotta bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply served with butter and jam. With its soft, fluffy texture and slightly tangy flavor, ricotta bread is sure to become a favorite in your home. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give ricotta bread a try – you won't be disappointed!

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