Zojirushi BB-PDC20BA Virtuoso Plus Breadmaker

From Fails to Fabulous Loaves

Who doesn't love a hot, buttered roll, fresh out of the oven? Since I was a little girl, my mom would make pans of potato rolls, and I would be practically drooling waiting for them to be done. While I love to bake, bread and pastry have always been my biggest challenge.

Fast forward 44 years into my marriage, and my husband decided it was time for me to learn. For two straight months, I had fail after fail attempting sourdough bread. I watched videos, I Googled, and I even asked my youngest daughter for help. I was ready to give up.

Then, I purchased the Zojirushi BB-PDC20BA Virtuoso Plus Breadmaker, and it has completely transformed my bread-making experience. The main appeal for me was the ability to consistently bake a true, perfect loaf.

Consistent Quality and Versatility

The results are consistently stunning. The crust is perfectly browned and just the right thickness, and the crumb is light, airy, and soft. I've made everything from classic white sandwich bread to herb dinner rolls, and every time the finished product was perfectly risen and baked through.

From there, I moved on to hamburger buns, pizza dough, and soft rolls. I even found a sourdough recipe that uses my starter but is partially made in the machine. And finally, I had my first true sourdough success! It still needs some tweaking, but at least it was edible—and a massive improvement. I’ve stocked up on flour and yeast and don’t plan to buy store-bought bread again for a long while!

Simple Operation, Superior Design

The machine is incredibly easy to use. The Quick Bread setting is a lifesaver, and the clear manual makes getting started simple. I particularly love the dual kneading blades—the dough is mixed so thoroughly, eliminating the need to stop and scrape down the sides. It handles the hard work flawlessly.

While the Zojirushi Virtuoso Plus is certainly an investment, the quality, consistency, and sheer versatility make it absolutely worth the price. If you are serious about baking high-quality loaves at home without the headache, this is the machine you need.

Highly, highly recommend!

It’s been fun, and I can’t wait to share pictures of my latest creations!