Bread Machine Cuban Bread
This bread machine Cuban bread is a simple, lean loaf that bakes up with a lightly crisp crust and a soft, sliceable center. It’s made with everyday pantry ingredients, runs on the French or Basic cycle, and works beautifully for sandwiches, toast, and garlic bread.
Equipment
- bread Machine 1-1/2 to 2 pound loaf
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 1/2 cups bread flour
- 2 1/2 tsp yeast
Instructions
- Add ingredients to the bread pan in the order recommended by your bread machine manufacturer.
- Select French or Basic/White cycle and start the machine.
- During the first knead, check dough consistency. If the dough looks dry/crumbly or the machine sounds like it’s straining, add 1–2 tablespoons water, one tablespoon at a time.
- When baking is complete, remove the loaf from the pan and cool on a wire rack until completely cooled before slicing.