Tower T11003 2 lb Digital Bread Maker with 12 Automatic Programs, 13 Hours Delay Timer, 60 Minutes Keep Warm Function, Adjustable Crust Control, Non-Stick Bread Pan, 550 W, Black

Many years ago, I had a bread maker that was absolutely brilliant. Every loaf came out perfect and they actually looked like commercial loaves. Sadly, it died so I bought another one and I didn’t like it one bit. Fortunately, it also died. I bought another one. I didn’t like it either and it died so I bought another one. I didn’t like it either so I bought this one and I’m going to give a review about this one based on the fact that I have had many bread makers. For the first loaf I made, I used a recipe that I created with my last bread maker that gave me a perfect loaf (the breadmaker was huge which is why I didn’t like it). That recipe did not fare well in the new tower machine. It didn’t want to mix in the beginning (someone commented on that and I think maybe there was too much flour in the pan because today’s amount was less). Plus my first loaf came out not browned at all and very heavy and wet so I threw away that recipe. I made a loaf today using the recipe posted below by Tanelorn. What you see in my picture is how the bread turned out. It’s a very good colour: the outside is not too stiff. I used the dark setting which I usually don’t do but I tried it on this loaf because the first loaf was not brown at all (which was the fault of the recipe, not the bread maker). Also, I find in every loaf of bread I make in a bread maker, I need to use a lot more yeast than any recipe specifies.So I used a tablespoon of yeast in this mixture today and I’m happy with that because the size was almost to the top of the bread pan but it still browned nicely (if you use too much yeast and it rises above the bread pan it doesn’t cook so be warned). As for texture, I still found this loaf was a little too wet so I will decrease the amount of water that I use next time and only add more if it’s not mixing at all which can happen sometimes (you want your dough to be mixed altogether and when you touch it, it doesn’t stick to your finger and it springs back). In regards to the other reviews that are posted: you will notice inside the bread maker there is an imprint of a lock open and shut: what that means is you turn the bread pan to get it out. I see a review on here where someone returned the bread maker because they had a problem removing the pan. Secondly, a person talked about cooking sausages in it and the black coating coming on. I think they’re talking about a different product and put that review on the wrong product. I do not recommend cooking sausages in this bread maker because the bread maker is for making bread not cooking sausages. Another person complained that the paddle ended up in the bread and that has happened to me every single time I’ve made a loaf of bread in any machine other than this one that I made today because when I put the paddle in, I pushed it down very hard so that’s probably the trick so it doesn’t end up in the bread. However, I’m going to have to lift it out to wash it so for me it’s better if it ends up in the bread because there’s a hole anyway that the paddle creates. Plus, this bread maker gives you a little hook to grab hold of the paddle and pull it out. None of my other breadmakers gave me a little hook to get the paddle out of the bread. Then let’s look at the review that mentions that the recipes talk about using cups and this person had no idea what cups were saying that the recipes should use either metric or imperial. So let me set the record straight: cups is an imperial measurement and I don’t know why Google wouldn’t tell them that because Siri is very good about converting cups to millilitres (which is the same as grams when weighing). So yes the recipes are written with imperial measurements but that’s easy enough to convert using any cooking source you can find. Finally, I want to address the person who said what were they supposed to do with the ingredients? Just dump them in the pan? And yes, that’s what you do. You just put them in the pan in the order in which they’re listed because the water should always be on the bottom and the yeast always on the top. That’s how most recipes are created so if you’ve ever cooked anything even packaged food do it in the order in which it’s listed. I am fairly happy with the loaf I got today. Like I said, it’s just a little too wet and dense for me. I think that everyone needs to tweak the recipe to get exactly what they want and that’s the good thing about making your own food because you can make it the way that you want. I thought the machine was rather quiet. It’s very sleek looking and its slim size doesn’t take up excess space in the cupboard. The price was reasonable and it has a lot of functions which I’m looking forward to using. I do recommend this product and if you don’t get an instruction book like somebody else said then go on the website or call the company and ask for one as I’m sure they will be happy to send it to you. I hope this addresses all the issues raised here and will help you make an informed choice. Good luck.

Absolutely loving this breadmaker. Very sturdy, doesn’t take up a lot of space and the price is very reasonable. Also a very good range of programs. Have not tried any of the recipes supplied with it so can’t comment (purchased Brilliant Breadmaking in your bread machine by Catherine Atkinson) but everything I have made so far has been excellent. Easy to use and the cooked bread comes very easily out of the basket which has a non stick coating. Easy to clean and the viewing window on the top is good. My only gripe (and it is a small one) is that the digital display is quite faint making it a bit difficult to read easily. This machine will be getting a lot of use in the future.

Quite a big machine is the first thing you notice , nothing wrong with that. Comes with a recipe booklet and a small measuring cup and spoon. Very easy to negotiate around the machine , be careful not to accidentally touch the delay button it stops you using the machine for about 20 minutes (you have to unplug the machine). Making a loaf is quite satisfying the largest is 1000 grams , so you use the machine a lot if you want fresh bread all the time. I tend to use the number 1 setting for a soft bread takes just over 3 hours the mixing stage is a little noisy but that doesn't last too long. Try to use recipes that cater for the machine trying to make a loaf that is too large doesn't mix properly and the machine will struggle. Made sourdough which was very nice and I haven't used it to it's full potential. The lid I feel is a bit flimsy and the viewing panel fogs a bit . There is a light inside that helps you check on the progress of your bake. The control panel lets you know what stage of the bread you are on. I am very happy with this machine and use it three times a week. It comes with a nut and seed dispenser which fits in the lid. The bread is very moist and tasty and it gives you options to expand your repitoire , my next project will be a cinnamon fruit loaf. On the whole I think this is a good value versatile machine I am very happy with my purchase.

Literally the best bread ive ever eaten hands down.

Not stopped making bread since. Easy to use. Compact not bulky in the kitchen. Easy clean. Easy instructions lightweight. Has a few sad bread results now I feel like an expert. Instruction books comes with various recipes. Fresh bread in two and a half hours max. Very quiet. Love how it can make various breads and rolls . Cost effective

Easy to use. Mixes well, bakes well, loaf drops out leaving the paddle in the bucket (but a hook is supplied in case the paddle stays in loaf). Easy to clean really non-stick bucket with water and dish-cleaning brush. Rest just wipe with damp cloth. Can use recipes from other machines, or books etc. Experiment! some adjustments might be useful; e.g. I use less water with my flour. Also, wholemeal loaves are by nature dense; substituting some white or brown flour for wholemeal (c¼ -½) makes a lighter loaf. Results do vary with the flour, because flours vary, not the fault of the machine. I've had no problems. Note the 'large' size approx. equates to a small shop-bought loaf, so a large family could have this running frequently. Homemade bread lacks the preservatives of bought bread so needs to be eaten quickly — you will! Control buttons could usefully have words as well as the pictures but you will soon learn them. Display fount rather light, could be heavier, but is readable. Instructions do not mention the bucket is locked in and has to be twisted slightly before lifting — see back inside of the container for embossed symbols for this. As with all breadmaker machines, the delay timer is better avoided. Cooking as soon as ingredients are loaded (in the order given in the recipe, to keep the yeast away from the water at first) is best.