A bread machine is a small appliance that automatically mixes, kneads and bakes dough to produce freshly made loaves of bread. The device comes with pre-programmed settings for different types of bread such as white, whole wheat or even artisan style. It also has the option to add ingredients like fruit, nuts or chocolate chips during the mixing process. Once the dough is ready, it is placed in a pan and baked inside the machine until fully cooked. The result is a freshly baked loaf of bread that can be enjoyed within an hour of starting the process.