Amish Friendship Bread And Starter Recipe

Discover the secret to the legendary Amish Friendship Bread! This recipe includes instructions for making the starter, ensuring a perfectly fluffy and delicious loaf every time. Share the joy of baking – pass the starter on to a friend and keep the tradition alive! This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for beginner bakers.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 615.9 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 3.8 (48 Reviews)
Amish Friendship Bread And Starter

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Amish Friendship Bread And Starter

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • Milk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Baking Powder
  • Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Instant Vanilla Pudding
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

How to Make Amish Friendship Bread And Starter

  1. In a large bowl, combine the starter, 1 cup of flour, and 1 cup of sugar. Mix until well combined.
  2. Add the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in the nuts and raisins (optional).
  6. Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, slice and enjoy your delicious Amish Friendship Bread!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

260g

Fat

19g

Carbs

33g