Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED Bread Machine: Full Review

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED stainless steel bread maker offers straightforward functionality for making home-baked bread and more. This compact yet capable bread machine produces up to 2-pound loaves with options for 3 loaf sizes, 12 pre-programmed settings, and a 13-hour delay timer.

With its intuitive control panel and included measuring cup, spoon, and hook, the EBRM100 aims to simplify the bread making process. The nonstick baking pan allows for easy release and cleanup. This basic bread maker covers all the essentials for kneading, rising, and baking homemade loaves. While it may lack some of the advanced features and specialty settings of higher-end models, the Frigidaire EBRM100 provides an affordable and user-friendly option for freshly baked bread at home.

Design

The Frigidaire Bread Maker has a sleek and modern stainless steel exterior that will look great on any kitchen countertop. It has a large viewing window on the top so you can monitor the baking process without having to open the machine.

The bread maker is compact in size at only 13.5 x 13.1 x 12.5 inches, making it easy to store when not in use. It has a rectangular shape with gently rounded edges for an aesthetic appeal. The stainless steel exterior gives it a high-end look and makes it easy to clean and keep looking nice.

Internally, the machine is well-designed with a nonstick bread pan and kneading paddles to ensure your dough comes out properly kneaded and cleanly baked. The nonstick material allows your finished loaves to smoothly release from the pan when done baking. Overall, the design focuses on creating delicious homemade bread with as little hassle as possible for the user.

The Zojirushi BB-HAC10 is another excellent option for making homemade bread. It has a compact design, perfect for small kitchens, and can bake a 1-pound loaf, ideal for singles or small families. This model has multiple settings, including a dough setting for making breadsticks and rolls. The nonstick bread pan ensures easy bread removal, and the overall design prioritizes user convenience and efficiency. With the Zojirushi BB-HAC10, you can enjoy fresh, homemade bread anytime with minimal effort.

Settings & Programs

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED bread machine offers 10 pre-set programs with 3 crust color options and 3 loaf size options for maximum versatility.

The 10 programs include:

• Basic - For basic white and wheat breads
• French - For classic French-style breads with chewy crust
• Sweet - For sweet breads with fruits, nuts, etc.
• Rapid - For faster baking in under an hour
• Gluten Free - Prepares gluten-free breads
• Artisan Dough - For hand-shaping artisan bread doughs
• Whole Wheat - For 100% whole wheat bread
• Ultrafast - For express baking in under 90 minutes
• Sandwich - For soft breads ideal for sandwiches
• Cake - Bakes cakes in the bread machine

You can choose light, medium or dark crust settings. The delay start timer allows you to program the machine so your bread is ready when you want. The keep warm function holds the bread at the optimum temperature if you're not there to remove it right away.

The 3 loaf sizes are 1-pound, 1.5-pound, and 2-pound. This allows you to bake just the right amount for your needs.

Another excellent option for bread enthusiasts is the Kitchen in the box BM01. This versatile machine offers a wide range of baking programs and customizable settings to fit your baking needs. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, the Kitchen in the box BM01 delivers exceptional results every time, ensuring perfect loaves with minimal effort.

Ease of Use

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED bread maker is very easy to use thanks to its intuitive control panel and clear display screen. The control panel has simple buttons for selecting settings and starting/stopping the bread making process. There are buttons for choosing the loaf size, crust color, and bread type. An LED display screen clearly shows the selected settings and the time remaining in the bake cycle.

The bread maker does most of the work for you. All you have to do is add the ingredients, select your settings, and press start. The appliance will mix, knead, proof, and bake the dough automatically. There are 13 pre-programmed settings to choose from for different types of bread. This makes it effortless to get perfect results every time.

The interface is user-friendly even for those new to bread machines. The included recipe book provides guidance on ingredients, measurements, and which program setting to use. The progress of the bread making is displayed on the LED screen. An audible beep lets you know when to add mix-ins like fruits or nuts. Overall, the Frigidaire bread maker streamlines the bread making process for quick and hassle-free use.

Recipe Capacity

The Frigidaire EBRM100 has the versatility to bake loaves in three different sizes - 1-pound, 1.5-pound, and 2-pound sizes. This allows you to bake anything from a small loaf for 1-2 people to a larger 2-pound hearty loaf for a bigger family.

In addition to regular loaves, the EBRM100 can make a variety of specialty breads including French, gluten-free, sweet, and rapid breads. There are settings for breads like French, Italian, whole wheat, sweet, and more. The gluten-free setting is great for anyone with dietary restrictions. Overall, the wide range of settings makes this bread machine excel at baking all kinds of bread.

You're not limited to just bread either. The EBRM100 can also make jam and pizza dough. So you can expand your culinary horizons with this versatile appliance. Whether baking a daily loaf or creating specialty bread recipes, the EBRM100 has the capacity for it all.

Bake Performance

The Frigidaire EBRM100 bread machine bakes loaf sizes up to 2 pounds with excellent results. The baking cycle takes around 3 hours for a 2 pound loaf using the basic setting. The machine does an outstanding job at kneading, proofing, and baking bread with evenly baked interiors and nicely browned crusts.

There are multiple crust color options to choose from including light, medium, and dark. The dark crust setting produces a crispy and crunchy exterior that many buyers rave about. Overall the breads come out with great oven-baked texture and flavor. Breads and doughs rise well in the machine thanks to its heating elements that create the optimal environment for yeast activation and rising.

The Frigidaire can bake a range of bread varieties beyond basic white bread. Recipes for whole wheat, French, sweet breads, and more are included. It handles specialty bread flours and ingredients nicely to create tasty baked goods. Buyers mention getting excellent results with their own recipes as well as the included ones. The baking performance rivals higher priced machines.

Noise Level

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED bread maker operates at a quiet noise level, making it suitable for use even at night or early mornings without disturbing household members.

According to reviews, the machine produces a low hum as the kneading blade mixes ingredients during the dough cycles. This is comparable to a regular kitchen appliance and should not be disruptive.

Once the baking cycle starts, the noise increases slightly as the heating element activates and the fan circulates air. But it remains at an unobtrusive volume that blends into background noise.

Some users note you may hear occasional clicks or beeps when cycles start or finish. These are part of normal operation and not overly intrusive.

Overall, the Frigidaire bread maker keeps noise to a minimum. The appliance runs quietly enough for kitchen or household use anytime without being a nuisance.

Accessories

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED bread machine comes with a number of handy accessories that make the baking process easier.

• It includes a measuring cup and spoon set for accurately measuring ingredients like flour, sugar, yeast, salt, etc. The set contains 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/3 cup, and 1/4 cup dry measuring cups as well as a 1 tablespoon measuring spoon.

• There is a kneading paddle for mixing and kneading the dough during the bread making cycle. This paddle is removable for easy cleaning.

• A non-stick bread pan comes with the machine so the dough doesn't stick during baking and the loaf slides out easily when done. The pan has a 2 pound capacity.

• The accessories also include a recipe booklet with lots of pre-programmed recipes you can make in the bread machine like classic white bread, whole wheat bread, cinnamon raisin bread, and more.

• An instruction manual provides directions on using the machine, cleaning, and troubleshooting tips.

So the Frigidaire bread maker comes with all the key accessories you need to start making homemade loaves! The measuring cups, kneading paddle, bread pan, and recipe booklet add convenience to the bread making process.

Cleaning

The Frigidaire bread maker is easy to clean and maintain. The non-stick inner bread pan and kneading paddle can be removed and washed by hand or in the dishwasher. Users report the non-stick coating makes dough cleanup a breeze and prevents baked-on residue.

The viewing window and exterior stainless steel can be wiped clean as needed with a damp cloth. There are no hard to reach areas or small crevices that collect crumbs. The baking chamber is also simple to access and clean after removing the bread pan.

One downside is the kneading paddle can't be removed until after baking when the bread is removed from the pan. This means some effort is required to clean dough out of the shaft where the paddle attaches. But overall, quick release of parts and dishwasher safe cleaning make maintaining the Frigidaire bread machine very simple.

Warranty

The Frigidaire EBRM100-SSRED bread machine comes with a 1 year limited warranty. This covers any defects in materials or workmanship under normal home use for 1 year from the date of original purchase.

What's included: The warranty covers the cost of parts and labor to repair defects. You will need to provide proof of purchase and return the product to an authorized service center for repair.

What's not included: The warranty does not cover damage from misuse, abuse, neglect, improper installation, or normal wear and tear. It does not cover incidental or consequential damages. You may be responsible for shipping costs to the service center.

The 1 year warranty provides peace of mind against early manufacturing issues. However, some higher-end bread machines offer longer warranties up to 3 years. Considering the investment in a bread machine, make sure to factor the warranty length into your buying decision. An extensive warranty can make a more expensive machine worthwhile in the long run.