Honey Wheat Black Bread Like Outback's Bread

Recreate the magic of a steakhouse favorite with this irresistible Honey Wheat Black Bread, just like Outback's signature loaf. This homemade bread combines wholesome whole wheat flour with the sweet, earthy richness of honey, molasses, and brown sugar, all enhanced by a touch of cocoa powder for its signature dark hue. Perfectly balanced in flavor, the soft and slightly chewy texture reminds you of your favorite dining experiences, while the optional caramel food coloring helps you achieve its iconic deep black color. Sprinkled with cornmeal for that rustic charm, these mini loaves are easy to make and pair beautifully with a pat of butter or your favorite spread. Whether served as an appetizer, alongside soups, or as part of a cozy dinner, this warm, comforting bread is sure to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1.25 cups Honey
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1.75 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2.25 cups Bread flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Caramel food coloring (optional for deep color)
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast.

Step 2

Stir in the honey, molasses, salt, and vegetable oil until well combined.

Step 3

Add the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, and brown sugar. Mix until a soft dough begins to form.

Step 4

Gradually add the bread flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, kneading until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and becomes smooth and elastic. This should take about 8-10 minutes if kneading by hand or 6-8 minutes using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 5

If you desire a deeper black color, mix in the optional caramel food coloring until evenly distributed in the dough.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a small log or oval loaf. Sprinkle a baking sheet with cornmeal and place the loaves on it, leaving space for them to rise.

Step 8

Cover the loaves with a clean towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the loaves for 20-30 minutes, or until they sound hollow when tapped on the bottom and have a golden black crust.

Step 11

Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3017.5

Total Fat 23.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3004.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 675.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 293.8g
Protein 68.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.9mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 2218.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.6%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 84.7%