2 lb. Breadmaker with Express Bake

Oster 2 lb. Breadmaker with Express Bake

The Oster 2 lb. Breadmaker with Express Bake CKSTBR9050 is an automatic household bread machine designed to mix, knead, rise, and bake bread in a removable bread pan. It supports loaves up to 2 pounds and provides 13 preset programs for different types of bread, dough, pasta, jam, and cake.

The breadmaker includes settings for Basic, French, Whole Wheat, Sweet, Quick, Express Bake, and Gluten Free bread. Additional programs prepare dough, pasta dough, jam, and baked foods. The Express Bake function completes its programmed cycle in approximately 58 minutes, while the standard Basic program takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes for a 2 lb. loaf.

A digital LCD control panel allows the selection of supported loaf sizes, crust colors, and baking programs. The breadmaker also includes a programmable delay timer of up to 15 hours, a glass viewing window, an automatic keep-warm function, and a short power interruption memory feature.

The removable bread pan and kneading blade are designed for automatic ingredient mixing and dough preparation. Measuring accessories and a kneading blade removal tool are provided for preparing and removing finished bread.

Proper ingredient measurements, loading order, temperature control, and baking program selection are necessary for consistent results.

Technical Specifications

Program availability, loaf size adjustments, and crust selection depend on the selected menu. Some programs use fixed settings.

What’s Included in the Box

The Oster CKSTBR9050 includes the main breadmaker and the removable components used for preparing bread.

The kneading blade is packed inside the included measuring cup. It must be removed and installed in the bread pan before the first breadmaking cycle.

Parts and Components

The breadmaker has ten main components identified in the product diagram.

Glass Viewing Window

The viewing window is located in the top lid. It allows the kneading, rising, and baking process to be observed without opening the appliance.

The lid should remain closed while bread is baking. Repeated opening may affect rising, baking, and crust browning.

Removable Bread Pan

The bread pan contains the ingredients throughout the breadmaking cycle.

It is removed by grasping the handle and pulling straight upward.

Its nonstick surface must be protected from scratches. Rubber spatulas should be used instead of metal utensils when loosening a finished loaf.

Kneading Blade

The kneading blade attaches to the shaft inside the bread pan.

It rotates during the kneading stages to mix the ingredients and prepare the dough.

The blade must be installed correctly before the breadmaking program starts.

Kneading Blade Removal Tool

The removal tool is used when the kneading blade remains inside a finished loaf.

The blade and loaf may still be hot immediately after baking, so oven mitts must be used when handling the bread.

Control Panel, Buttons, and LCD Display

The Oster CKSTBR9050 uses a digital control panel to select and operate its breadmaking programs.

Menu Select Button

The Menu Select button cycles through the available programs.

Each program corresponds to a numbered menu from 1 to 13.

The LCD shows the selected menu number.

Crust Color Button

The Crust Color button is used to select the required crust setting.

Available options are:

• Light
• Medium
• Dark
• Rapid, for supported programs

The display uses an arrow to identify the selected setting.

The Rapid setting is available for Basic, French, and Whole Wheat programs and reduces the total cycle time by approximately one hour.

Some programs have fixed crust settings.

Loaf Size Button

The Loaf Size button is used to select the desired bread size.

Available selections on supported programs are 1 lb., 1.5 lb., and 2 lb.

The selected loaf size is indicated by an arrow on the display.

Some programs have fixed loaf sizes and do not allow this adjustment.

Delay Timer Buttons

The Up and Down timer buttons adjust the total time until the baking program finishes.

The timer supports settings of up to 15 hours and changes in 10-minute increments.

The timer setting includes both the waiting period and the baking cycle.

Start/Stop Button

Pressing Start/Stop begins the selected program.

Pressing Start/Stop during breadmaking stops the operation. The breadmaking procedure must then be started again.

The button is also used to clear the display, cancel the delay timer, and turn off Keep Warm mode.

LCD Display

When the machine is connected to electrical power, the initial display shows:

MENU 1 TIMER 3:25

This indicates the Basic bread program and its default duration of 3 hours and 25 minutes.

During operation, the display counts down the time remaining in the selected program.

When a standard bread cycle finishes, the display reaches 0:00 and the appliance enters Keep Warm mode.

Important Safety Instructions

The breadmaker operates using electricity, moving components, and high baking temperatures. The following safety precautions must be followed.

General Safety Precautions

1. All operating instructions, product labels, and warnings must be read before the appliance is used.
2. Hot surfaces must not be touched. Oven mitts must be used when handling hot materials.
3. Metal components must be allowed to cool before cleaning.
4. The breadmaker must be allowed to cool thoroughly before parts are installed or removed.
5. The appliance must be unplugged when not in use and before cleaning.
6. The breadmaker, power cord, and plug must never be immersed in water or another liquid.
7. Close supervision is required when the appliance is used by or near children.
8. Nothing should be placed on the power cord.
9. The power cord must not be positioned where people can walk or trip over it.
10. The appliance must not be operated with a damaged or frayed cord or plug.
11. A malfunctioning, dropped, or damaged appliance must be examined by an authorized service facility.
12. The power cord must not hang over the edge of a table or countertop or touch hot surfaces.
13. The breadmaker must not be placed on an unstable or cloth-covered surface.
14. Contact with moving parts must be avoided.
15. Attachments not recommended by the manufacturer must not be used.
16. The breadmaker must not be used outdoors or for commercial purposes.
17. The appliance must not be placed near hot burners or inside a heated oven.
18. The breadmaker must only be used for its intended purpose.

Hot Surface and Steam Precautions

The baking chamber, bread pan, and finished bread become very hot during operation.

Oven mitts or pot holders must be used when removing the bread pan.

The lid must not be opened during baking.

After baking, the face must be kept away from the lid while it is being opened because escaping steam can cause burns.

The machine must cool before cleaning or removing components.

Electrical Safety

The breadmaker has a polarized AC plug with one blade wider than the other.

The plug fits a polarized outlet in only one direction.

If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet:

1. Remove the plug.
2. Reverse its orientation.
3. Try inserting it again.
4. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.

The polarized plug must not be modified or its safety feature bypassed.

The breadmaker contains no user-serviceable internal parts. Electrical and mechanical repairs must not be attempted by the owner.

Extension Cord Safety

The breadmaker is supplied with a short power cord to reduce the risk of tripping or becoming entangled.

If an extension cord is used, its marked electrical rating must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the breadmaker.

The extension cord must be arranged so that it does not hang over a table or countertop where children could pull it or someone could trip over it.

Electrical Circuit Requirements

The breadmaker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other operating appliances.

An overloaded electrical circuit may prevent the appliance from operating correctly.

Disconnecting the Breadmaker

To disconnect the breadmaker:

1. Turn off the appliance.
2. Grasp the electrical plug.
3. Pull the plug directly from the wall outlet.

The power cord itself must never be pulled.

Before First Use

The breadmaker must be positioned correctly, and the removable bread pan and kneading blade must be prepared before baking begins.

Step 1: Position the Breadmaker

Place the appliance on a stable countertop within reach of an electrical outlet.

The appliance must remain unplugged during initial preparation.

Make sure there is enough clearance above the breadmaker for the lid to open without hitting kitchen cabinets.

Step 2: Remove the Bread Pan

1. Open the top lid.
2. Locate the bread pan handle.
3. Grasp the handle.
4. Pull the bread pan straight upward to remove it.

Step 3: Clean the Bread Pan

Wash the bread pan using a gentle, non-abrasive soap.

Rinse thoroughly and dry completely before adding ingredients.

Step 4: Install the Kneading Blade

1. Locate the kneading blade packed inside the measuring cup.
2. Remove the blade from its packaging.
3. Position the blade over the shaft inside the bread pan.
4. Fit it securely onto the shaft.

Step 5: Prepare the Ingredients

Measure all ingredients required by the selected recipe.

Fresh flour and yeast are recommended.

The bread pan should remain outside the appliance while ingredients are being added.

Measuring Ingredients Correctly

Accurate ingredient measurements are important for successful breadmaking.

Measuring Liquid Ingredients

A liquid measuring cup with clearly marked measurements must be used.

1. Pour the liquid into the measuring cup.
2. Place the cup on a flat surface.
3. View the measurement at eye level.
4. Confirm the amount before adding it to the bread pan.

Measuring Dry Ingredients

Dry ingredients must be measured without compressing them.

1. Use a spoon to fill the measuring cup.
2. Level the ingredient using the back of a knife or spatula.
3. Add the measured quantity to the bread pan.

Flour must not be scooped directly from its container with the measuring cup because this can compress the flour and add more than the recipe requires.

Correct Order for Adding Ingredients

Ingredients must be loaded into the bread pan in the following order:

1. Liquid ingredients first
2. Dry ingredients second
3. Yeast last

When adding the yeast, make a small well in the flour and place the yeast inside it.

Yeast must not come into contact with the liquid ingredients during loading.

Ingredient Temperature Requirements

Unless a recipe specifies otherwise, the introductory baking instructions recommend ingredients at room temperature, approximately 77–85°F.

For Express Bake recipes, water must be heated to 115–125°F and measured using a cooking thermometer.

Individual recipe temperature requirements take priority.

How to Use the Oster CKSTBR9050 Breadmaker

The following procedure applies to the standard automatic breadmaking programs.

Step 1: Install the Kneading Blade

Fit the kneading blade securely onto the shaft inside the removable bread pan.

Step 2: Add the Ingredients

Measure the recipe ingredients carefully.

Add liquids first, dry ingredients second, and yeast last.

Make a small well in the flour before adding the yeast so that it remains separate from the liquids.

Step 3: Install the Bread Pan

1. Lower the filled bread pan into the breadmaker.
2. Snap the pan into position.
3. Make sure the pan is correctly seated.
4. Close the top lid.

Step 4: Connect Electrical Power

Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.

The breadmaker will beep and the display will illuminate.

The initial LCD setting is:

MENU 1 TIMER 3:25

Step 5: Select the Baking Program

Press Menu Select until the required program number appears.

The selected program must correspond to the recipe being prepared.

Step 6: Select the Crust Color

Press Crust Color to select Light, Medium, Dark, or Rapid where supported.

For the traditional white bread recipe, Medium is recommended.

Step 7: Select the Loaf Size

Press Loaf Size to select 1 lb., 1.5 lb., or 2 lb., depending on the recipe and supported program options.

Step 8: Set the Delay Timer if Required

For compatible recipes, use the Delay Timer buttons to select the total time until the bread should be finished.

The delay timer can be set for up to 15 hours.

Step 9: Start the Breadmaker

Press Start/Stop.

The breadmaker begins the selected program and automatically performs the applicable mixing, kneading, rising, and baking stages.

The remaining time is shown on the LCD.

Step 10: Allow the Program to Finish

When a standard bread cycle completes:

1. The display reaches 0:00.
2. The machine sounds 15 beeps.
3. The appliance enters Keep Warm mode.
4. The 0:00 display flashes.

The warming function operates for up to one hour.

Step 11: Remove the Finished Bread

1. Wear oven mitts or use pot holders.
2. Grasp the bread pan handle.
3. Lift the pan straight upward.
4. Turn the pan upside down over a cooling rack.
5. Shake the pan gently to release the loaf.
6. If necessary, use a rubber spatula around the edges.
7. Remove the kneading blade from the loaf with the supplied removal tool if it remains inside the bread.

Metal utensils must not be used because they can damage the bread pan’s nonstick finish.

Step 12: Cool the Loaf

Allow the bread to cool for approximately 15 minutes before slicing.

Step 13: Prepare for Another Baking Cycle

Before starting another standard loaf, allow the machine to cool for approximately 10–15 minutes with the lid open and the bread pan removed.

For consecutive Express Bake loaves, a 20-minute cooling period with the lid open is specified.

Breadmaker Programs and Settings

The Oster CKSTBR9050 provides 13 preset programs.

Complete 13-Program Chart

The listed times are approximate. The numbered program chart and Express Bake recipes identify Menus 6 and 7 as 1.0 lb. and 1.5 lb. settings, although other descriptive passages in the printed guide use 1.5 lb. and 2.0 lb. labels. The numbered program chart is retained here, and the program label on the appliance should be checked when selecting an Express Bake size.

Menu 1: Basic

The Basic setting is used for standard bread recipes.

It performs the mixing, kneading, rising, and baking stages automatically.

Recipes using this setting include traditional white bread, country white bread, potato bread, oatmeal bread, raisin bread, and light rye bread.

The Rapid crust setting is available.

Menu 2: French

The French program provides a longer kneading, rising, and baking process.

It is intended for French-style bread with a heartier crust.

The recipe collection includes French countryside bread and Italian herb bread.

The Rapid option is supported.

Menu 3: Whole Wheat

The Whole Wheat program is designed for bread containing more than 50% whole wheat flour.

It provides additional rising time for heavier whole grain dough.

Recipes include 100% whole wheat bread, honey grain bread, honey wheat bread, summer wheat bread, and buttermilk bread.

The Rapid setting is available.

Menu 4: Sweet

The Sweet program is used for recipes with higher quantities of sugar, fats, or proteins.

These ingredients can increase browning during baking.

The crust color cannot be changed on this program.

The manufacturer’s recipes include springtime favorite bread, cottage cheese and chive bread, special winter bread, and apple walnut bread.

Menu 5: Quick

The Quick program prepares bread faster than the standard bread settings.

It takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes for the listed 2 lb. setting.

The manufacturer describes Quick bread as having a finer texture than bread prepared using Express Bake.

Menus 6 and 7: Express Bake

The two Express Bake programs complete a loaf in approximately 58 minutes.

They use a shorter rising stage and higher baking temperatures.

Express Bake requires fast-rising yeast and water heated to 115–125°F.

The Delay Timer and Crust Color adjustments cannot be used with these programs.

Menu 8: Gluten Free

The Gluten Free program is intended for preparing bread using gluten-free ingredients.

The cycle lasts approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.

All ingredients must be checked to confirm that they are labeled gluten-free.

Products labeled wheat-free are not necessarily gluten-free.

Menu 9: Dough

The Dough program mixes, kneads, and raises dough without baking it.

Prepared dough can be removed, shaped by hand, and baked in a conventional oven.

It can be used for rolls, specialty breads, pizza, and similar recipes.

Menu 10: Pasta Dough

The Pasta Dough program prepares dough for fresh pasta, including noodles and ravioli.

The listed program duration is approximately 14 minutes.

Menu 11: Jam

The Jam program mixes and cooks ingredients for jams and marmalades.

It runs for approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Menu 12: Bake

The Bake setting is used for baking prepared bread dough or other suitable foods.

The program lasts approximately one hour.

Menu 13: Cake

The Cake program has a listed duration of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Breadmaking Cycle Stages

The appliance performs different stages according to the selected program.

Basic Bread Cycle for a 2 lb. Loaf

Express Bake Cycle

Gluten Free Cycle

The Gluten Free program has a listed total duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Dough Cycle

Jam Cycle

Crust Color and Rapid Settings

How to Change the Crust Color

1. Select a supported bread program.
2. Press Crust Color.
3. Continue pressing until the desired setting is indicated.
4. Check the selection arrow on the LCD.
5. Press Start/Stop to begin baking.

Crust Options

Rapid is supported on Basic, French, and Whole Wheat programs.

The Sweet program uses a fixed crust setting. Express Bake does not permit crust color adjustment.

Express Bake Instructions — Bread in 58 Minutes

The Express Bake function uses a shorter baking cycle than the standard programs.

The finished bread may have a thicker, darker crust and a denser texture than bread prepared using a longer program.

Express Bake Requirements

Water Temperature

A cooking thermometer must be used to confirm that the water temperature is between 115°F and 125°F.

Water that is too hot can kill the yeast.

Water that is too cool may not activate the yeast properly.

Yeast Requirements

Fast-rising yeast must be used for Express Bake recipes.

Regular active dry yeast is not recommended because the bread may not rise sufficiently during the shorter program.

How to Start an Express Bake Program

1. Install the kneading blade in the bread pan.
2. Measure the required water at 115–125°F.
3. Add the water and other liquid ingredients to the pan.
4. Add the dry ingredients, excluding yeast.
5. Form a small well in the flour.
6. Place the fast-rising yeast in the well.
7. Install the bread pan.
8. Close the lid.
9. Connect electrical power.
10. Select the appropriate Express Bake program.
11. Press Start/Stop.
12. Allow the 58-minute cycle to finish without opening the lid.

Removing Express Bake Bread

When the cycle has finished:

1. Use oven mitts to remove the bread pan.
2. Turn the pan upside down over a cooling rack.
3. Gently shake until the loaf releases.
4. If the loaf is difficult to remove, allow it to cool in the pan for approximately five minutes.
5. Remove the kneading blade if it remains inside the bread.
6. Allow the loaf to cool for 15 minutes before slicing.

Before making another Express Bake loaf, allow the breadmaker to cool for 20 minutes with the lid open.

How to Use the 15-Hour Delay Timer

The Delay Timer allows bread to finish at a selected time in the future.

The selected time includes both the waiting period and the baking program duration.

Delay Timer Restrictions

The Delay Timer cannot be used with Express Bake.

The manufacturer also warns against using delayed baking for recipes containing perishable ingredients such as eggs or milk.

How to Calculate Delay Time

The delay time represents the number of hours and minutes between the current time and the desired completion time.

For example, if bread is required at 6:00 PM and the current time is 8:00 AM, the delay timer should be set to 10 hours.

For a 2 lb. Basic loaf:

The machine automatically determines when to begin the baking cycle.

Step-by-Step Delay Timer Setup

1. Install the kneading blade.
2. Add all ingredients in the correct order.
3. Install the bread pan.
4. Close the lid.
5. Select the required baking program.
6. Select the loaf size and crust color where supported.
7. Calculate the time until the bread should be finished.
8. Press the Delay Timer Up button to increase the setting.
9. Use the Down button if the setting needs to be reduced.
10. Press Start/Stop to activate the delayed program.

The timer adjusts in 10-minute increments.

The colon on the LCD flashes after the delayed program is activated.

Maximum Delay Timer Setting

The delay timer supports settings of up to 15 hours.

For example, a 15-hour setting with the 3-hour, 25-minute Basic program provides approximately 11 hours and 35 minutes of waiting time before breadmaking begins.

How to Cancel the Delay Timer

1. Press and hold Start/Stop until a beep is heard.
2. Press Start/Stop once more.
3. The display returns to the initial program setting.
4. The delay timer is canceled.

Delay Timer Adjustments in Hot Weather

When using delayed baking during hot weather, the manufacturer recommends considering the following recipe adjustments:

• Reduce liquid by approximately 1–2 tablespoons.
• Reduce salt by approximately ⅛–¼ teaspoon.
• Reduce sugar gradually by approximately ¼ teaspoon at a time.

These adjustments may help prevent dough from rising too much.

How to Use the Gluten Free Program

Menu 8 is designed for preparing gluten-free bread.

The program runs for approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Gluten-Free Ingredient Requirements

All ingredients must be checked carefully before they are added to the bread pan.

Each ingredient must be identified as gluten-free.

A wheat-free label does not necessarily mean that a product is gluten-free.

Gluten Free Bread Preparation

1. Fit the kneading blade onto the shaft inside the bread pan.
2. Measure the ingredients specified in the gluten-free recipe.
3. Add the liquid ingredients first.
4. Add the dry ingredients, excluding yeast.
5. Form a well in the flour and add the yeast.
6. Install the bread pan.
7. Close the lid.
8. Select Menu 8, Gluten Free.
9. Press Start/Stop.
10. Allow the program to finish.

The manufacturer’s gluten-free bread recipe is provided in the recipe section below.

How to Use the Dough Program

Menu 9 prepares dough without baking it.

After the program finishes, the dough can be shaped and baked in a conventional oven.

Step-by-Step Dough Instructions

1. Install the kneading blade.
2. Add the required recipe ingredients.
3. Insert the bread pan.
4. Close the lid.
5. Select Menu 9, Dough.
6. Press Start/Stop.
7. Allow the program to finish.
8. Wait for the completion signal and 0:00 display.
9. Hold Start/Stop until the display clears.
10. Lift out the bread pan.
11. Remove the prepared dough.

The bread pan does not become hot during the Dough setting.

Preparing Dough for Conventional Baking

1. Sprinkle a small amount of all-purpose flour onto a pastry mat or board.
2. Remove the dough using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.
3. Knead the dough by hand two or three times to release trapped air.
4. Shape the dough as required by the recipe.
5. Place the shaped dough onto a greased baking pan.
6. Cover with a clean cloth.
7. Allow the dough to rise until nearly doubled, approximately one hour.
8. Bake according to the selected recipe.

Reducing Dough Rising Time

The manufacturer describes a method for shortening the rising period:

1. Preheat a conventional oven to 200°F for five minutes.
2. Turn off the oven.
3. Shape the dough and place it on a baking pan.
4. Cover with a clean kitchen towel.
5. Place the dough in the switched-off oven until doubled in size.

This method may reduce the rising time by approximately half.

How to Use the Pasta Dough Program

Menu 10 is used to prepare dough for fresh pasta.

Its listed program duration is 14 minutes.

Preparing Pasta Dough

1. Install the kneading blade.
2. Measure the ingredients required by the selected pasta recipe.
3. Add the ingredients to the bread pan.
4. Install the pan and close the lid.
5. Select Pasta Dough.
6. Start the selected program.
7. Remove the prepared dough after the program finishes.
8. Roll and shape the dough as required.

The manufacturer’s Basic Pasta recipe also provides a preparation method using the regular Dough program for 8–10 minutes before stopping it manually.

How to Use the Jam Program

Menu 11 prepares jams and marmalades.

The program mixes and cooks the ingredients for approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Preparing Jam

1. Measure the ingredients specified in the selected jam recipe.
2. Add them to the bread pan.
3. Install the pan in the breadmaker.
4. Select Menu 11, Jam.
5. Press Start/Stop.
6. Allow the program to finish.
7. Wait for the completion signal.
8. Use oven mitts to remove the hot bread pan.
9. Transfer the jam into suitable containers.
10. Cover and refrigerate to allow it to set.

How to Use the Bake Program

Menu 12 is designed to bake prepared dough or suitable food.

Step-by-Step Baking Instructions

1. Insert the bread pan into the breadmaker.
2. Place the prepared food or dough in the pan.
3. Distribute smaller pieces evenly for more consistent baking.
4. Close the lid.
5. Select Menu 12, Bake.
6. Press Start/Stop.
7. Allow the program to finish.

When the cycle reaches 0:00, the machine sounds five beeps and returns to its initial state.

The Bake program can be stopped using Start/Stop.

Breadmaker Recipes

The Oster CKSTBR9050 includes recipes for traditional bread, French bread, whole wheat bread, sweet bread, Express Bake bread, gluten-free bread, dough, pizza, pasta, jams, and other preparations.

General Recipe Preparation Instructions

The following method applies to standard bread recipes unless different instructions are specified.

1. Measure all ingredients accurately.
2. Add liquid ingredients to the bread pan first.
3. Add dry ingredients, excluding yeast.
4. Make a small well in the flour.
5. Place the yeast in the well without allowing it to touch the liquid.
6. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
7. Select the program identified in the recipe.
8. Select the loaf size and crust setting where supported.
9. Press Start/Stop.

Recipes containing ingredients that may spoil must not be prepared using the Delay Timer.

Traditional White Bread — 1.5 lb. and 2 lb. Loaves

Program: Menu 1 — Basic

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the measured water and softened butter or margarine to the bread pan.
2. Add the salt, bread flour, dry milk, and sugar.
3. Form a well in the flour and add the yeast.
4. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
5. Select the Basic program.
6. Select the correct loaf size.
7. Choose the desired crust setting. Medium is recommended.
8. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the cycle to complete.
10. Remove the finished bread and cool for approximately 15 minutes before slicing.

Country White Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 1 — Basic

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the warm milk, butter or margarine, and egg to the bread pan.
2. Add the salt, flour, and sugar.
3. Place the yeast in a well formed in the flour.
4. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
5. Select Basic and the appropriate loaf size.
6. Select the desired crust color.
7. Press Start/Stop.

The Delay Timer must not be used for this recipe.

Potato Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 1 — Basic

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the water and butter or margarine.
2. Add the salt, flour, sugar, potato flakes, and dry milk.
3. Place the yeast in a well in the flour.
4. Install the pan and close the lid.
5. Select Basic.
6. Select the loaf size and crust setting.
7. Press Start/Stop.

Oatmeal Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 1 — Basic

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the water, honey, and butter or margarine to the bread pan.
2. Add the dry ingredients except yeast.
3. Place the yeast in a well in the flour.
4. Install the pan and close the lid.
5. Select Basic.
6. Choose the appropriate loaf size and crust color.
7. Press Start/Stop.

Raisin Bread — 1.5 lb. and 2 lb. Loaves

Program: Menu 1 — Basic

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the liquid ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Add the dry ingredients except yeast and raisins.
3. Form a well in the flour and add yeast.
4. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
5. Select Basic and the correct loaf size.
6. Choose the required crust setting.
7. Press Start/Stop.
8. When the machine beeps during kneading, open the lid and gradually add the raisins.
9. Close the lid and allow the cycle to finish.

The Delay Timer must not be used for this recipe.

French Countryside Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 2 — French

Preparation Instructions

1. Add water and oil to the bread pan.
2. Add salt, flour, and sugar.
3. Make a well in the flour and add the yeast.
4. Install the pan and close the lid.
5. Select French.
6. Select the required loaf size and crust setting.
7. Press Start/Stop.

Italian Herb Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 2 — French

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the liquid ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Add all dry ingredients except yeast.
3. Create a well in the flour and add yeast.
4. Install the bread pan.
5. Select French and the appropriate loaf size.
6. Select the crust setting.
7. Press Start/Stop.

100% Whole Wheat Bread — 2 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 3 — Whole Wheat

Preparation Instructions

1. Add water to the bread pan.
2. Add brown sugar, salt, and whole wheat flour.
3. Make a small well in the flour.
4. Add yeast.
5. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
6. Select Whole Wheat.
7. Choose the appropriate loaf size and crust color.
8. Press Start/Stop.

Honey Grain Bread — 1.5 lb. and 2 lb. Loaves

Program: Menu 3 — Whole Wheat

Preparation Instructions

1. Add water, butter or margarine, and honey to the bread pan.
2. Add the salt, flours, and oats.
3. Place yeast in a well in the flour.
4. Install the bread pan.
5. Select Whole Wheat.
6. Choose the loaf size and crust setting.
7. Press Start/Stop.

Apple Walnut Bread — 1.5 lb. Loaf

Program: Menu 4 — Sweet

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the liquid ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Add the dry ingredients except yeast and the ingredients intended for later addition during kneading.
3. Make a well in the flour and add yeast.
4. Install the pan and close the lid.
5. Select Sweet.
6. Select the appropriate loaf size.
7. Press Start/Stop.
8. Add the chopped walnuts during the ingredient-addition stage, following the manufacturer’s guidance for adding nuts and fruit during kneading.

The Sweet program uses a fixed crust setting.

Express Bake White Bread

Program: Menu 6 or Menu 7 — Express Bake

Preparation Instructions

1. Measure the water using a cooking thermometer to confirm a temperature of 115–125°F.
2. Add the water and oil to the bread pan.
3. Add sugar, salt, and bread flour.
4. Make a well in the flour and add the fast-rising yeast.
5. Install the bread pan and close the lid.
6. Select the appropriate Express Bake program.
7. Press Start/Stop.
8. Allow the 58-minute cycle to finish without opening the lid.
9. Remove the bread using oven mitts.
10. Allow the loaf to cool before slicing.

Cheese and Rye Express Bake Bread

Program: Menu 6 or Menu 7 — Express Bake

Preparation Instructions

1. Measure water at 115–125°F.
2. Add liquid ingredients to the bread pan.
3. Add the dry ingredients except yeast.
4. Make a well in the flour and add yeast.
5. Install the bread pan.
6. Select the appropriate Express Bake program.
7. Press Start/Stop.

Traditional Gluten Free Bread

Program: Menu 8 — Gluten Free

Preparation Instructions

1. Check that every ingredient is labeled gluten-free.
2. Add the liquid ingredients to the bread pan.
3. Add the dry ingredients except yeast.
4. Make a well in the flour mixture and add yeast.
5. Install the bread pan.
6. Close the lid.
7. Select Gluten Free.
8. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the program to complete.

Important: Wheat-free labeling alone does not establish that an ingredient is gluten-free. Ingredient labels must be checked carefully.

Basic Dough — 2 lb. Recipe

Program: Menu 9 — Dough

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the recipe ingredients to the bread pan in the appropriate order.
2. Install the bread pan.
3. Select Dough.
4. Press Start/Stop.
5. Allow the program to finish.
6. Remove the prepared dough.
7. Shape and bake in a conventional oven according to the intended recipe.

Bagel Dough

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Install the pan and close the lid.
3. Select the suitable dough preparation program.
4. Press Start/Stop.
5. Remove the prepared dough for shaping and further preparation.

Pizza Crust — 1.5 lb. and 2 lb. Recipes

Program: Menu 9 — Dough

Preparation Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Select Dough.
3. Press Start/Stop.
4. Allow the dough cycle to finish.
5. Remove the dough and spread it into the prepared pizza pan.
6. Preheat a conventional oven to 400°F.
7. Spread pizza sauce over the dough.
8. Add the desired toppings.
9. Bake for approximately 15–20 minutes or until the crust becomes golden brown.

For the 1.5 lb. dough recipe, a 12-inch round pizza pan or a 12 × 15-inch jelly-roll pan may be used. The 2 lb. recipe uses a 14-inch round pizza pan.

Basic Pasta

Preparation: Dough Mixing

Ingredients should be at approximately 70–80°F.

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Select the Dough setting used by the manufacturer’s pasta recipe.
3. Start mixing and allow the machine to operate for approximately 8–10 minutes.
4. Press Start/Stop to cancel the program.
5. Remove the dough.
6. Roll the dough onto a lightly floured surface until it is approximately ⅛ inch thick.
7. Cut it into strips approximately ⅛ inch wide for narrow noodles or ¼ inch wide for medium noodles.
8. Cook the noodles in boiling salted water for 10–15 minutes.
9. Drain using a colander.

Strawberry Jam

Program: Menu 11 — Jam

Preparation Instructions

1. Add the ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Select Jam.
3. Press Start/Stop.
4. Allow the program to finish.
5. Remove the hot bread pan using oven mitts.
6. Pour the finished jam into containers.
7. Cover and refrigerate until set.

The recipe makes approximately 3 cups.

Orange Marmalade

Program: Menu 11 — Jam

Preparation Instructions

1. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the brightly colored outer peel from one orange and the lemon.
2. Chop the removed peel finely.
3. Remove and discard the remaining white peel.
4. Peel the other oranges.
5. Cut the fruit into approximately ½-inch pieces.
6. Combine the chopped peel, fruit, sugar, and pectin in the bread pan.
7. Select Jam.
8. Press Start/Stop.
9. Allow the program to finish.
10. Remove the hot pan using oven mitts.
11. Transfer the marmalade to containers.
12. Cover and refrigerate until set.

The recipe makes approximately 3 cups.

Frozen Berry Jam

Program: Menu 11 — Jam

Strawberries and raspberries are recommended.

Preparation Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to the bread pan.
2. Select Jam.
3. Press Start/Stop.
4. Allow the cycle to finish.
5. Remove the hot pan using oven mitts.
6. Pour the prepared jam into containers.
7. Cover and refrigerate until set.

The recipe makes approximately 3 cups.

Additional Recipes and Preparations

The recipe collection also includes several other bread, dough, topping, glaze, and spread recipes.

Breadmaking Tips and Best Practices

Use Fresh Ingredients

Fresh flour and yeast are important for producing bread with the expected texture and rise.

Flour that has been stored for a long period may absorb moisture or become excessively dry.

Old yeast may fail to activate properly.

How to Test Yeast Freshness

1. Fill a cup with warm water.
2. Add 2 teaspoons of sugar and stir.
3. Sprinkle a few teaspoons of yeast onto the surface.
4. Allow the mixture to stand for 15 minutes.

Fresh yeast should produce foam and a noticeable yeast aroma.

If neither reaction occurs, the yeast should be discarded.

Use Accurate Measurements

All dry ingredients must be leveled when measured.

Liquid measurements should be checked at eye level using a measuring cup with clearly marked measurements.

Add Ingredients in the Correct Order

The required order is liquids first, dry ingredients second, and yeast last.

The yeast must remain separate from the liquids during loading.

Baking at High Altitudes

Locations above approximately 3,000 feet may require recipe adjustments.

At higher altitudes, dough can rise more rapidly and flour may be drier.

Recipe adjustments should be made gradually.

Measurement Equivalency Chart

One tablespoon equals three teaspoons, and half a tablespoon equals 1½ teaspoons.

Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions

The breadmaker must be unplugged and allowed to cool completely before cleaning.

How to Clean the Breadmaker

1. Stop the appliance.
2. Unplug it from the wall outlet.
3. Allow all components to cool.
4. Remove the bread pan.
5. Wipe loose bread crumbs from the machine using a slightly damp cloth.
6. Clean the bread pan and kneading blade separately.
7. Dry all removable components thoroughly before reinstalling or storing them.

Only mild, non-abrasive cleaning products should be used.

Cleaning Restrictions

The following cleaning methods must be avoided:

• Immersing the breadmaker in water or other liquids.
• Placing the breadmaker or removable parts in a dishwasher.
• Using benzene or strong chemical cleaners.
• Using abrasive scrubbing brushes.
• Using metal utensils on the nonstick bread pan.
• Bending the heating element inside the machine.

How to Clean the Bread Pan

1. Remove the cooled bread pan.
2. Wipe it using a damp cloth.
3. Remove remaining dough or bread residue.
4. Dry the pan thoroughly.

The nonstick bread pan must not be washed in a dishwasher.

How to Clean the Kneading Blade

1. Remove the kneading blade from the bread pan.
2. Wipe the blade with a damp cloth.
3. Remove any remaining dough residue.
4. Dry it completely.

How to Remove a Stuck Kneading Blade

If the kneading blade is difficult to remove:

1. Allow the bread pan to cool.
2. Add warm water to the bread pan.
3. Let the blade soak for approximately 10–15 minutes.
4. Remove the loosened blade.
5. Clean and dry the blade and bread pan.

Cleaning the Heating Chamber

Loose bread crumbs should be wiped away with a slightly damp cloth.

The heating element inside the breadmaker must not be bent or damaged.

The main appliance must never be immersed in water.

Bread Pan Discoloration

The bread pan may change color after repeated use.

The manufacturer explains that this can occur because of steam and moisture.

This discoloration does not affect the performance of the breadmaker.

Storage Instructions

How to Store the Breadmaker

Before storing the appliance:

1. Turn off and unplug the breadmaker.
2. Allow it to cool completely.
3. Clean the bread pan and kneading blade.
4. Dry the appliance and accessories thoroughly.
5. Remove the kneading blade and place it inside the bread pan.
6. Close the lid.
7. Store the appliance without placing heavy objects on the lid.

How to Store Homemade Bread

Homemade bread should be allowed to cool before storage.

The manufacturer recommends placing the cooled loaf inside a lightly sealed plastic bag.

A stalk of celery may be placed in the bag to help keep the bread fresh longer.

Bread should not be stored in the refrigerator because refrigeration can cause it to dry out more quickly.

LCD Display Messages and Indicator Signals

The LCD displays the selected menu, countdown time, operating status, and error codes.

Automatic Keep Warm Function

When a standard breadmaking cycle finishes, the appliance automatically enters Keep Warm mode.

The display flashes 0:00.

The breadmaker maintains the finished bread’s warmth for up to one hour.

After this period, the machine sounds 15 beeps and returns to its initial status.

Press Start/Stop to cancel Keep Warm mode.

The manufacturer recommends removing the finished loaf promptly to preserve freshness.

Breadmaker Error Codes

The Oster CKSTBR9050 displays error codes when the internal baking temperature is outside the permitted range or when a temperature sensor circuit problem occurs.

Error Code Chart

E00 or E01 Error

These errors occur when the internal baking chamber temperature is:

• Above 136°F
• Below −4°F

Recommended Action

1. Allow the appliance to return to room temperature.
2. Check whether normal operation is possible.
3. If the problem continues, contact an authorized service center.

EEE Error

The EEE error indicates that the temperature sensor circuit is broken.

The breadmaker must be referred to a service center for repair.

HHH Error

The HHH error indicates that the temperature sensor circuit is bypassed.

An authorized service center must be contacted for repair.

The breadmaker must not be opened for electrical or mechanical repair by the owner.

Power Failure and Memory Function

The CKSTBR9050 includes a memory function that responds to short interruptions in electrical power.

Power Interruption Under 6 Minutes

If power is interrupted for less than six minutes, the appliance resumes the program from the point where it stopped after power is restored.

Power Interruption Over 6 Minutes

If the interruption lasts longer than six minutes, the breadmaker does not automatically resume its program.

The following recovery procedure is provided:

1. Press and hold Start/Stop for at least three seconds.
2. If the display does not return to the previous time setting, unplug the breadmaker.
3. Plug the appliance back into the outlet.
4. Press and hold Start/Stop again for approximately three seconds.
5. Repeat the specified reset procedure as instructed until the previous cycle-time display is restored.

Troubleshooting Guide

The following troubleshooting information addresses operating problems, display errors, and unsatisfactory baking results.

Breadmaker Operating Problems

Bread Sides Collapse and Bottom Is Damp

Possible causes include leaving bread inside the pan too long or using incorrect ingredient quantities.

Recommended adjustments include:

• Remove the finished bread from the pan sooner.
• Increase flour by approximately one teaspoon at a time.
• Reduce yeast by approximately ¼ teaspoon at a time.
• Reduce water or liquid by approximately one teaspoon at a time.
• Check that salt was included in the recipe.

Bread Has a Heavy or Thick Texture

A dense loaf may result from too much flour, too little yeast, or unsuitable ingredients.

Recommended adjustments include:

• Reduce flour by approximately one teaspoon at a time.
• Increase yeast by approximately ¼ teaspoon at a time.
• Use fresh flour.
• Confirm that the correct flour type is being used.

Bread Is Not Fully Baked in the Center

The manufacturer recommends:

• Increasing flour by approximately one teaspoon at a time.
• Reducing liquid by approximately one teaspoon at a time.
• Avoiding frequent opening of the lid during baking.

Bread Has a Coarse or Holey Texture

A coarse or holey texture may result from forgetting to add salt.

All recipe ingredients should be checked before the next baking cycle.

Bread Rises Too Much

Possible causes include excessive yeast, missing salt, or incorrect kneading blade installation.

Recommended actions include:

• Reduce yeast by approximately ¼ teaspoon at a time.
• Confirm that the correct salt quantity was added.
• Make sure the kneading blade was installed before starting.

Bread Does Not Rise Enough

Possible causes include:

• Excess flour
• Insufficient yeast
• Old flour
• Incorrect flour type
• Old yeast
• Incorrect ingredient measurements

Recommended adjustments include slightly reducing flour or increasing yeast by approximately ¼ teaspoon at a time.

Fresh ingredients must be used.

Bread Has Flour on Top

A flour-covered top may result from using too much flour or insufficient water.

The manufacturer recommends reducing flour in small amounts and checking the ingredient measurements.

Bread Is Too Brown

Excessive browning may occur when too much sugar is used.

Recommended actions include:

1. Reduce sugar.
2. Select a lighter crust setting if supported.

Bread Is Not Brown Enough

Insufficient browning may occur when the lid is opened repeatedly during baking.

The lid must remain closed during the baking stage.

Warranty Information

The Oster CKSTBR9050 is covered by a 1-year limited warranty provided by Sunbeam Products, Inc., doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions.

Warranty Coverage

The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the original purchase date.

During the warranty period, the manufacturer may:

• Repair the defective product or component.
• Replace it with a new or remanufactured product or component.
• Provide a similar product of equal or greater value if the original product is unavailable.

The manufacturer determines whether repair or replacement is appropriate.

Warranty Eligibility

The warranty applies to the original retail purchaser.

It is not transferable.

The original purchase receipt must be retained as proof of purchase for warranty service.

Warranty Exclusions

The warranty does not cover normal wear or damage resulting from:

• Negligent use
• Product misuse
• Incorrect electrical voltage or current
• Operation contrary to the instructions
• Unauthorized disassembly
• Unauthorized repair or alteration
• Natural events such as fire, flooding, hurricanes, or tornadoes

Attempting to repair or adjust the electrical or mechanical functions may void the warranty.

Warranty Limitations

The warranty contains limitations concerning implied warranties, incidental or consequential damages, and other liabilities.

Applicable rights and limitations may vary by state, province, or jurisdiction.

Customer Support Information

For product questions, troubleshooting, warranty claims, and authorized repairs, the manufacturer provides the following contact information.

United States Support

Sunbeam Products, Inc., doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions

Boca Raton, Florida 33431

United States

Canada Support

Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited, doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions

20B Hereford Street

Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1

Canada

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Customers requiring warranty service should contact the appropriate customer service number.

The manufacturer will provide information about a convenient authorized service center.

Proof of purchase is required.

The appliance must not be mailed directly to the corporate addresses or returned to the place of purchase for warranty service.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I use the Oster CKSTBR9050 Breadmaker?

The kneading blade must first be installed in the removable bread pan. Ingredients are then added with liquids first, dry ingredients second, and yeast last. After the pan is installed and the lid closed, the correct program, loaf size, and crust setting are selected. Pressing Start/Stop begins the automatic breadmaking cycle. The finished bread should be removed using oven mitts and allowed to cool before slicing.

2. How many programs does the Oster CKSTBR9050 have?

The breadmaker has 13 programs: Basic, French, Whole Wheat, Sweet, Quick, Express Bake 1.0 lb., Express Bake 1.5 lb., Gluten Free, Dough, Pasta Dough, Jam, Bake, and Cake. Program durations range from 14 minutes for Pasta Dough to several hours for standard breadmaking programs.

3. How long does Express Bake take on the Oster CKSTBR9050?

The Express Bake cycle takes approximately 58 minutes. It consists of 15 minutes of kneading, 8 minutes of rising, and 35 minutes of baking. Express Bake requires fast-rising yeast and water heated to 115–125°F. The lid must remain closed, and the Delay Timer cannot be used.

4. How do I set the 15-hour delay timer on the Oster Breadmaker?

The ingredients must be added and a compatible bread program selected. The Delay Timer Up and Down buttons are then used to select the total time until the bread should be finished. The time adjusts in 10-minute increments and includes the full baking program. Pressing Start/Stop activates the delayed operation. Express Bake and recipes containing perishable ingredients such as eggs or milk must not be used with the delay timer.

5. Can the Oster CKSTBR9050 make gluten-free bread?

Yes. Menu 8 is the Gluten Free program, with an approximate duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes. All ingredients used in gluten-free recipes must be checked carefully to confirm that they are labeled gluten-free. Wheat-free labeling does not always mean gluten-free.

6. What do E00, E01, EEE, and HHH mean on the Oster Breadmaker?

E00 and E01 indicate that the internal baking chamber temperature is too high or too low. The appliance should be allowed to return to room temperature before another attempt. EEE indicates a broken temperature sensor circuit, while HHH indicates a bypassed temperature sensor circuit. These sensor errors require authorized service.

7. Why does the Oster CKSTBR9050 display 0:00 and keep beeping?

When a standard breadmaking cycle finishes, the display reaches 0:00 and the machine sounds 15 beeps. The breadmaker then enters Keep Warm mode, and 0:00 flashes. The warming function lasts up to one hour, after which another 15 beeps sound. Press Start/Stop to turn off Keep Warm mode.

8. How do I remove and clean the kneading blade?

The breadmaker and bread pan must first be allowed to cool. The kneading blade can then be removed and wiped with a damp cloth before drying. If the blade becomes stuck, warm water may be placed in the pan for 10–15 minutes to loosen it. The kneading blade and bread pan must not be washed in a dishwasher.