Sunbeam 5890 Check the Doughball, If the Doughball Is Too Wet, If the Doughball Is Too Dry

Check the Doughball

This is a secret well known to people who make bread the old-fashioned way. While hand kneading the mixture, they adjust the consistency of the dough by adding a little flour or a little water until the doughball is just right.

Although the breadmaker kneads the dough for you, this secret is still true. Here’s what you should do:

If the Doughball Is Too Wet

During the second kneading cycle, check the consistency of the doughball. If the doughball appears sticky or wet, like pancake batter, sprinkle in flour, a Tbsp. at a time, until the doughball appears smooth, round and dry, and circles nicely in the pan. Sprinkle a little more flour if needed.

If the Doughball Is Too Dry

If the doughball appears flaky, or you hear your breadmaker begin to make “knocking” sounds, the dough ball is too dry. To correct this problem, simply sprinkle in water a tsp. at a time, until the doughball appears smooth, round and dry, and circles nicely in the pan.

Be careful not to add too much water.

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