Outback Steakhouse-Style Dark Bread Recipe

Name: Outback Steakhouse-Style Dark Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (5 teaspoons instant yeast); 1/2 cup warm water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 cup warm water; 1/2 cup dark molasses; 2 tablespoons cocoa; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 cups rye flour (8 oz.); 2 1/2 - 3 cups all-purpose flour (11.25 - 13.5 oz.)

Servings: persons

6 3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (5 teaspoons instant yeast)
1/2 cup warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup warm water
1/2 cup dark molasses
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups rye flour (8 oz.)
2 1/2 - 3 cups all-purpose flour (11.25 - 13.5 oz.)

1
Soften yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
2
Stir in sugar. Let stand 6 minutes or till bubbly.
3
(If using instant yeast just stir the yeast and sugar into the flour).
4
Meanwhile, in large mixing bowl combine 1 cup (1 1/2 if using instant yeast) warm water with molasses, cocoa, salt, oil, and rye flour. Beat until smooth.
5
Add yeast water mixture, stirring to combine (if using active dry yeast).
6
Work in all-purpose flour till dough is smooth and no longer sticky, very pliable and elastic.
7
Knead a few minutes.
8
Let rise till doubled in greased bowl.
9
Punch down.
10
Shape into 2 large round loaves placed a few inches apart on greased and cornmeal dusted cookie sheet,.
11
Spray tops of loaves with cooking spray.
12
Cover with towel and place in warm place till doubled.
13
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
14
Score tops of loaves and bake for 30 minutes to 200 degrees or until crust makes a hollow sound when tapped.
15
Cool on rack before slicing.

544

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (5 teaspoons instant yeast), 1/2 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 cup warm water, and more.

Yes, Outback Steakhouse-Style Dark Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Outback Steakhouse-Style Dark Bread

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