Dough, Glazes | Sunbeam BM4500 instruction

Dough

You will find this section particularly useful when using the Dough (11) setting and the Artisan-Style Dough (12) setting.

Once the cycle is complete, place the dough onto a floured surface and using floured hands, shape as desired. Prepare your baking trays by greasing them lightly with butter or oil spray, or simply by dusting them with a little flour.

Place the shaped dough onto your prepared tray and allow it to proof. Proofing allows your bread to rise, making it light and airy.

To add interest to breads, try some different shaping techniques or mix and match different glazes and toppings. These should be applied just before baking, after the dough rises (proofs) for the final time.

Bake your bread in a moderately hot (200°C/180°C fan-forced) oven until cooked through. The easiest way to test bread is to tap the top. It will sound hollow when cooked through.

Remove cooked bread from the pan or baking tray and cool on a cooling rack. Allow to cool before slicing.

Toppings

Toppings can add character and flavour to bread, but be sure when using a topping, to brush the dough with a little milk (or other glaze), so the topping has something to “grip” to. Otherwise as your bread rises and bakes, the topping will fall off.

Toppings can include seeds, such as poppy, caraway, sesame, pepitas or sunflower seeds, mixed grain, oats, dry or fresh herbs, garlic, cinnamon sugar, salt, sliced olives, sundried tomatoes, crumbled fresh cheeses, grated melting cheeses. If adding melting cheese, you may want to add this in the last 10 minutes of cooking, so it doesn’t burn.

Glazes

Glazes can be brushed over the dough before or after baking; by using a clean soft pastry brush.

Crisp, shiny crust, darker golden colour – brush with beaten egg yolk before baking.

Soft, rich golden, satiny crust – brush with egg white before baking.

Soft, matt finish – brush with milk before baking.

Moist glaze that highlights the golden colour – brush with melted butter or margarine after baking.

Sweet, glossy, sticky crust – brush with sieved apricot jam after baking.

Drizzle cooled, sweet tea rings or buns with icing or dust with icing sugar before serving.

Alternatively, for a rustic artisan look, you could just sprinkle with a little extra flour before baking.

BM4500 specifications

The Sunbeam BM4500 is a standout bread maker that combines simplicity and advanced technology to deliver excellent baking results. Designed for both novice and experienced bakers, this machine unlocks the art of making fresh, homemade bread with minimal effort. It boasts a range of features that cater to diverse baking needs.

At the heart of the Sunbeam BM4500 is its user-friendly interface. The machine includes a digital display with easy-to-navigate controls, allowing users to select from a variety of pre-programmed settings. With options for different types of bread, such as whole wheat, French, and gluten-free, the BM4500 ensures that bakers can experiment with different recipes without overwhelming complexity.

For those looking to customize their baking experience, the BM4500 offers a customizable crust control feature. Users can choose from light, medium, or dark crust settings, providing a perfect finish to each loaf. This customization allows for personal preferences in texture and flavor, ensuring satisfaction with every bake.

One of the standout features of the Sunbeam BM4500 is its powerful motor capability, which delivers efficient mixing and kneading of dough. This robust motor allows the machine to handle the thickest of mixes and ensures thorough incorporation of ingredients. Additionally, it comes equipped with dual kneading blades that enhance the dough’s elasticity and consistency, allowing for perfectly risen bread.

The Sunbeam BM4500 also emphasizes convenience with its 13-hour programmable timer. This feature enables users to set the machine to start baking at a desired time, ensuring that fresh bread is ready when needed. Whether it’s a warm loaf for breakfast or a homemade accompaniment for dinner, the timer function adds a layer of flexibility to busy schedules.

Safety is another priority for the Sunbeam BM4500. It includes a cool-touch housing that prevents burns, making it safe to use in any kitchen environment. Its non-stick baking pan simplifies the clean-up process, allowing for hassle-free maintenance and prolonged enjoyment of the machine.

In conclusion, the Sunbeam BM4500 merges technology with practicality, creating an accessible bread-making experience. With a variety of settings, customizable features, and a powerful motor, it stands out as an essential tool for anyone wishing to embrace the joy of home baking. Whether enjoying classic loaves or experimenting with new recipes, the BM4500 is a reliable companion in any kitchen.