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Copycat Cheesecake Factory Honey Wheat Bread

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Recreate the classic warm, slightly sweet honey wheat bread from Cheesecake Factory at home. This hearty bread is made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, cocoa powder, honey, and molasses, topped with rolled oats.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for kneading
  • 1½ cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 2¼ tsp instant yeast
  • 1¼ cups warm water
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup honey
  • Rolled oats for topping

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer or large bowl, whisk together the flours, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. In another bowl, mix the warm water, melted butter, molasses, and honey until combined.
  3. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the liquid mixture. Stir to form a sticky dough.
  4. Knead by hand or with a dough hook for about 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour as needed.
  5. Oil a clean bowl, place the dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 2 hours or until doubled.
  6. Divide dough into 3 pieces and shape into 9-inch logs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Lightly moisten tops, sprinkle oats, optionally score, cover, and let rise another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Overnight rise option: After the first rise, refrigerate the dough overnight for deeper flavor. Bring to room temperature before shaping.
  • Espresso boost: Add 2 tsp espresso powder or instant coffee dissolved in warm water with the cocoa powder for a richer taste.
  • Mini-loaves: Shape into 6–8 smaller logs and reduce bake time to about 25 minutes.
  • Storage: Wrap cooled loaves tightly in plastic or foil. At room temperature, they stay fresh for 2–3 days; in the fridge, about a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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