How does the collapsible paddle work?

It folds down during baking so the loaf sits on a shallow dimple instead of a deep paddle hole. A second noncollapsible paddle is included for jam.

What loaf sizes can it make?

It bakes 1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5 lb loaves, with three crust color choices.

Can it make gluten-free bread?

Yes. It has a dedicated gluten-free setting plus quick-bread, dough, bake-only and jam functions.

Does it mix dough for pizza and pasta?

Yes. The dough setting handles pizza, focaccia and pasta dough, and the pause function lets you hand-shape.

How big is it on the counter?

The machine measures about 9.8 by 15.7 by 13.9 inches, and the pan is 7.63 by 5.5 by 5.38 inches.

Is it worth it over a basic bread maker?

If you want variable loaf sizes, timed add-ins and a small paddle hole, the extra control is the draw. If you bake one simple loaf a week, a simpler machine is easier to live with.

Where is the Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker cheapest?

At Amazon, for $399.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker?

Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 256 ratings. Buyers like: Consistently produces high-quality, delicious homemade bread with minimal effort; Custom loaf size and crust options appreciated; Automatic ingredient dispenser is convenient. Common complaints: Collapsible paddle gets stuck in the loaf or stops collapsing, leaving a hole and black residue; Machine walks or wobbles during kneading, sometimes falling off the counter.

Where can I buy the Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker?

17 stores we checked sell it, including Abt Electronics, Breville, Kitchen Universe, Amazon, Williams-Sonoma.

Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker

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What reviewers say

3.9 / 5256 ratings

Ratings average around 3.9 out of 5. Owners praise the collapsible paddle, the add-in dispenser and the range of settings, but a notable share report pan and paddle wear or motor failures after a year or two.

What people mention

Paddle holePraisedThe collapsible paddle leaves only a small indentation instead of a large hole in the loaf.
Add-in dispenserPraisedFruit and nuts drop in at the right time without opening the lid.
DurabilityCriticisedSeveral owners say the machine or its pan failed after a year or two of regular use.
Pan coatingCriticisedThe nonstick surface and paddle show wear, and loaves start sticking.
SettingsPraisedGluten-free, dough and jam functions give more range than basic machines.
Loaf sizeMixedThe 2.5 lb setting is useful for large households but can bake unevenly.

About the Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker

The Breville Custom Loaf Bread Maker is a countertop bread machine with digital controls and an automatic add-in dispenser. It has 13 automatic and manual settings, including gluten-free, quick-bread, bake-only and jam functions. It also mixes dough for pizza, focaccia and pasta.

It makes 1-, 1 1/2-, 2- and 2 1/2-lb. loaves, with three crust color options. The dispenser automatically releases add-ins such as fruits and nuts. The kneading paddle collapses, which prevents an indentation from forming in the bottom crust. A second, noncollapsible paddle is used for making jam.

A backlit LCD display and a 13-hour preset timer help with planning. A viewing light lets you check on the bread without opening the lid. The pause function allows hand-shaping crusts and adding glazes, and the machine stores personal recipes. The pan is nonstick for easy cleanup, and recipes are included.

Model

BBM800XL

Loaf sizes

1, 1 1/2, 2 and 2 1/2 lb (1–2.5 lb range)

Settings

13 automatic and manual settings

Crust options

3 crust colors

Special functions

Gluten-free, quick bread, bake-only, jam, dough

Kneading paddles

2 (1 collapsible, 1 noncollapsible for making jam)

Display

Backlit LCD

Timer

13-hour preset timer

Bread pan size

7.63 x 5.5 x 5.38 in

Machine size

9.8 x 15.7 x 13.9 in

Pan

Nonstick

Included

Recipes

What buyers say

Buyers like

Consistently produces high-quality, delicious homemade bread with minimal effort
Custom loaf size and crust options appreciated
Automatic ingredient dispenser is convenient
Easy to use with clear instructions and a helpful recipe book
Great pre-programmed cycles
Folding kneader paddle and reverse rotation kneading make a perfect loaf

Buyers complain about

Collapsible paddle gets stuck in the loaf or stops collapsing, leaving a hole and black residue
Machine walks or wobbles during kneading, sometimes falling off the counter
Ingredients tossed over the side of the pan into the baking chamber and smoke
Fussy and overcomplicated; family recipes don't work
Recipe book measures in US customary units, not by weight, so loaves often don't come out well
Noisy during operation