Description
A homemade version of the Cheesecake Factory’s famous honey wheat bread—soft, slightly sweet, and perfect as a dinner roll or sandwich base.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 3/4 cups bread flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal (for dusting)
- Oats (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add honey, molasses, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
- Mix in whole wheat flour, bread flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 3–4 equal pieces and shape into small loaves or logs.
- Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal and place the loaves on it. Lightly sprinkle oats on top, if desired.
- Cover the loaves and let them rise again for about 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the loaves for 20–25 minutes, or until they sound hollow when tapped.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Molasses gives the bread its dark color and unique flavor.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour if bread flour is unavailable.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg