Breadmaker 'paddle' problem.

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Although breadmaker designs will vary, I'm sure they must all have some form of 'paddle' for mixing and kneading. My Russell Hobbs 'Compact' makes a good loaf except that it usually has a big hole in the bottom where the paddle pulls out. Does anyone know how to prevent this? Although not ideal, it would be better if the mixing paddle stayed in the loaf; it would not be too difficult to cut around it when slicing. Usually, it gets stuck on the drive spigot and so pulls out of the bread. Any ideas would be welcome. I'm surprised that none of the online reviews that I've seen make any mention of this problem.
Tom.
 
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If your machine has a delay timer, consider using it for recipes where the paddle is removed before baking. This way, you can take it out before the baking cycle begins.
 
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Hi Tom, I get the frustration with the hole left by the paddle. To minimize it, try removing the paddle partway through the baking process before the final rise, or apply a light coat of non-stick spray to the paddle and pan. You might also experiment with reducing the dough amount slightly or checking if the paddle and drive spigot are in good condition. These steps can help reduce the size of the hole left by the paddle.
 
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Hi Tom, the hole left by the breadmaker paddle is a common issue. One way to avoid it is to remove the paddle after the kneading cycle but before the final rise and bake. You can also try coating the paddle with a bit of oil or non-stick spray before use, which might help it detach more easily. If all else fails, you might just have to accept the hole and cut around it when slicing your bread. It's a quirk of most breadmakers, and many users have learned to live with it.
 

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