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Cheesecake Factory Brown Bread

Cheesecake Factory Brown Bread Bliss: Easy Homemade Rolls

Enjoy the warm, comforting Cheesecake Factory Brown Bread at home with this easy recipe for soft, slightly sweet rolls.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
First Rise 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1.25 cups water lukewarm
  • 0.25 cups honey can substitute maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons molasses can substitute honey or corn syrup
  • 2 cups white bread flour all-purpose flour can be used but may alter texture
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour do not use all-purpose flour alone
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar white sugar can be used as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder use unsweetened varieties only
  • 1 packet instant dry yeast active dry yeast can be substituted but requires proofing
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened; use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • oats optional dusting for the top
  • cornmeal optional; dust baking sheet to prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Floured Surface
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine water, honey, and molasses. Stir until fully dissolved.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together white bread flour, whole wheat flour, salt, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and instant dry yeast.
  3. Pour the honey mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Add softened butter and mix until fully incorporated. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
  6. Gently deflate the dough, divide it into four pieces, and shape each into a loaf.
  7. Cover the shaped loaves and let them rise for about 40 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaves for 30-35 minutes.
  9. Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, refrigerate for up to 7 days, or freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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