Do you love the famous Australian-style bread served at steakhouse restaurants? Today, you’ll learn how to make it at home with this simple, step-by-step guide. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients for Australian-Style Bread:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour;
- 1 cup whole wheat flour;
- 1 cup rye flour;
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder;
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar;
- 3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened;
- 1/4 cup molasses or honey;
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet);
- 1 cup warm water;
- 1 teaspoon salt;
- Cornmeal (for dusting).
How to Make Australian-Style Bread:
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rye flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and yeast; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the warm water into the mixture.
- Add the molasses, butter, and salt. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.
- Knead the dough for about 15 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding as little extra flour as possible to maintain a soft texture.
- Return the dough to the bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel.
- Let the dough rise for 40 minutes.
- After rising, turn the dough onto your surface and divide it into equal portions.
- Shape the portions into small round loaves.
- Sprinkle a baking sheet with cornmeal.
- Place the loaves on the sheet, leaving space between them. Cover and let rise for another 40 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 35 minutes. Let cool slightly and enjoy!
Pro Tip:
This bread is famous for its dark color and signature flavor. Using molasses is key; it provides that deep, rich color and adds a subtle, earthy sweetness that defines this classic bread.
Did You Know?
Despite being called “Australian-style bread,” this recipe doesn’t actually originate from Australia! It was popularized in the United States by the Outback Steakhouse restaurant chain.
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