Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Outback bread, a delightful loaf that features a crispy crust and soft, fluffy interior. This slightly sweet bread, with its inviting aroma, is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. Serve it warm alongside your favorite dips or as an accompaniment to hearty meals, and watch it disappear in no time!
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 1.25 cups warm water (105°F to 110°F)
- 1 packet (2.25 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup clover honey
- 1/4 cup dark unsulfured molasses
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 cups bread flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/4 cup coarse yellow cornmeal (for dusting)
For the Whipped Honey Butter:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons pure clover honey
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Knead Dough: Proof yeast in warm water and honey for 5 minutes. Add molasses, softened butter, cocoa, salt, and flours. Knead on floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Shape & Dust with Cornmeal: Let rise 1 hour until doubled. Divide into 3 mini loaves and roll generously in yellow cornmeal. Place on baking sheet.
- Proof & Score: Cover and let rise for 40 minutes until puffy. Cut 3 shallow diagonal slashes across top of each loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake & Serve with Honey Butter: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22 to 26 minutes until hollow sounding. Whip honey butter, slice bread warm, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg