Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 cup

water

warm

2 tbsp

butter

softened

0.5 cup

honey

2 cup

bread flour

1.67 cup

wheat flour

1 tbsp

cocoa

1 tbsp

granulated sugar

2 tsp

instant coffee

1 tsp

salt

2.25 tsp

yeast

1 unit

cornmeal

for the top

Step 1
~18 min

Combine warm water, softened butter, honey, bread flour, wheat flour, cocoa, granulated sugar, instant coffee, salt, and yeast in a bread machine.

Step 2
~18 min

Use the dough setting on the bread machine.

Step 3
~18 min

After the dough cycle is complete, let the dough rise for about 1 hour.

Step 4
~18 min

Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down.

Step 5
~18 min

Divide the dough into 12 rolls or 8 tubular loaves for an authentic Outback size.

Step 6
~18 min

Flour a cookie sheet and your hands well, as the dough will be sticky.

Step 7
~18 min

Place the rolls or loaves on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8
~18 min

Sprinkle the entire surface of the loaves with cornmeal.

Step 9
~18 min

Let the loaves rise again until nearly doubled.

Step 10
~18 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-24 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter after baking for a richer flavor.

Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra warmth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with soup or salad.

Enjoy as a sandwich bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Creamy soups
Chicken salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popularized by a restaurant chain.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party

Popularity Score

75/100