OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE-STYLE DARK BREAD

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I know there's a couple version out there . . . but this is as close to the real thing you can get! No food coloring here! I bake exclusively with instant yeast, however I've given directions for both. Original recipe is from Gloria Pitzer (queen of copycat) however I've made some minor changes! Time does not include rising time. NOTE: DO NOT USE BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES! I believe a few of the reviewers have used the wrong molasses!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h

Yield 2 large loves

Number Of Ingredients 10

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.)

Steps:

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

Khayrah Mays
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This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Enoch buahin
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This bread is perfect for sandwiches or just eating on its own.


Jones Grahma
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bread turned out really dense and dry.


Javier Ozuna
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This bread is delicious! I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Mariereynolds
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I love this bread! It's so moist and flavorful. I especially love the crust.


Manuel Chang
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This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred it if it was less sweet and moreCCPsavory.


Binu Thapa
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I've never made bread before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The bread turned out great! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly golden brown.


sheraz mushtaq
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This bread is so easy to make and it tastes delicious! I love the dark color and the slightly sweet flavor. It's perfect for sandwiches or just eating on its own.


Carnetta Crossley
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I was so excited to try this bread, but I was disappointed. The bread was dense and dry, and the crust was too hard. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Shahnawaz Sajjad
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This bread is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so moist and flavorful, and the crust is just the right amount of crispy. I love to serve it with butter and honey, or with my favorite soup or stew.