Description

Amish Friendship Bread is a beloved homemade treat that has been passed down through generations. With its rich flavor and versatile options, it’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness will fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as a thoughtful gift, this recipe is a true classic.

Ingredients

1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter

3 eggs

1 cup oil

½ cup milk

1 cup sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon baking soda

2 cups flour

1 small box vanilla instant pudding

1 cup nuts (chopped, optional)

1 cup raisins (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Amish Friendship Bread starter, eggs, oil, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Gradually mix in the flour and vanilla instant pudding until fully incorporated. Add in any optional ingredients like nuts or raisins, if desired.
Grease two large loaf pans and dust them with a mixture of ½ cup sugar and 1½ teaspoons cinnamon.
Pour the batter evenly into the greased loaf pans.
Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of the batter.
Bake for 1 hour or until the bread loosens evenly from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool slightly before removing from the pans.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Amish Friendship Bread!

Notes

Feel free to toss in your favorite dried fruits, nuts, or baking chips. Popular choices include walnuts, pecans, cranberries, or chocolate chips.
For a healthier version, swap out half the oil with applesauce or mashed bananas, and reduce the sugar to ⅔ cup or use honey instead.
Try different flavored puddings, such as chocolate or butterscotch, for a fun twist.
Store Amish Friendship Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freeze the bread tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Dessert, Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg