Breville Dough and Pasta Maker

Yes, the Breville Smart Dough and Pasta Maker is fully automated. It mixes, kneads, and extrudes the dough, so you simply add your ingredients and let the machine handle the labor-intensive steps.

The machine measures 13.5 x 10.5 x 14.5 inches. While it is compact enough for most countertops, you should ensure you have enough vertical clearance and room to maneuver when attaching the shaping discs.

While the machine is specifically optimized for pasta extrusion, it is excellent at mixing and kneading doughs. You can certainly use it to prepare dough for various recipes, though the extrusion function is designed for pasta shapes.

Cleaning is straightforward, but it is best done immediately after use. Allowing the dough to dry inside the discs makes them harder to clean, so a quick rinse or soak right after you finish extruding is recommended.

The unit comes with multiple shaping discs, allowing you to create a variety of classic pasta styles. The exact shapes depend on the specific dies included in your box, but typically these cover staples like spaghetti, penne, and fettuccine.

At 17 lbs, the unit has a solid, sturdy build that prevents it from sliding or vibrating excessively on your countertop during the kneading process.