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Praise for the Recipes at the Friendship Bread Kitchen
This recipe is stellar! I used up some baggies of starter from my freezer and made 10 loaves (8 were small loaves for gifts) this past Christmas. This will definitely be my go-to gift bread recipe. One of the people I gave a loaf to said it was “divine.” I agree!”Michelle S. on the Double Chocolate Rum Amish Friendship Bread
Just made this today and had my first slice (I love the ends) and it was AMAZING!! This is definitely a keeper and I will be sharing it with my co-workers tomorrow.”Pat Cole on Gingerbread Amish Friendship Bread
I made this recipe into muffins and put the strusel on top…they were amazing!”Shelley on Apple Cinnamon Streusel Amish Friendship Bread
Thank you so much! I have learned so much and look forward to a day of baking and sharing with friends today!”Heather
LOVE this!!”Marilee on Mandarin Orange Amish Friendship Bread
Love this variation of Amish bread…Yummy!!!”Ruthi on Banana Nut Amish Friendship Bread
Made 10 loaves today, love this recipe!”Ladara McCain on Butterscotch Amish Friendship Bread
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FAQs
In a large bowl, combine the Amish bread starter with oil, eggs, 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix well. Pour into prepared loaf pans. Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.
Is amish friendship bread starter the same as sourdough starter? ›
Amish Friendship Bread Starter (Herman Starter) This is not technically a sourdough starter (because it contains commercial yeast), however many people are first introduced to the concept of a starter by this particular bread.
How long can you keep an Amish Friendship bread starter? ›
If it's properly cared for, Amish friendship starter can be maintained indefinitely. "It is heartier than most sourdough starters because the sugars in the added milk and sugar give the yeasts extra food to survive, but other things like ambient temperature and contamination could alter your starter," Gee says.
What are the 3 main ingredients of quick breads? ›
The ingredients found in the largest amounts in quick breads are flour, sugar, and fat. These ingredients will provide calories but very little essential nutrients. Combined with a glass of milk, a serving of fruit, or by themselves, quick breads can be enjoyed as part of a healthful diet.
Why does my Amish Friendship Bread sink in the middle? ›
Keep the oven door closed while your Amish Friendship Bread is baking. You may be tempted to peek, but sudden temperature drops can result in the bread collapsing in the middle.
Can I use yeast instead of sourdough starter? ›
Generally, you can substitute a packet of yeast for 100g of sourdough starter. If your recipe uses less than a packet of yeast, you can use less sourdough starter, however it won't make too much difference because of the way wild yeast works.
What should Amish Friendship Bread starter smell like? ›
People making Amish Friendship Bread for the first time often ask what their starter should smell like. Your starter should have a lovely, yeasty smell, like getting a whiff of bread rising in a bakery, times five. If you stick your nose into your bag of starter, you'll get a pretty heady hit of yeast.
Where do you store Amish Friendship Bread starter? ›
Remove 1 cup starter to make your first bread. Give 2 cups starter to friends (1 cup each) along with this recipe and your favorite Amish bread recipe. Store remaining 1 cup starter in a container in the refrigerator or begin the 10-day process over again (beginning with step 2).
What happens if you put too much starter in your bread? ›
As I get ready to feed it, I often have too much starter and I need to keep the ratios the same - equal portions of starter, flour, and water (1-1-1). If you have too much starter compared to the additional flour and water you're adding, your hungry starter consumes all the nutrients and then it's not as bubbly.
Why can't you use a metal bowl for Amish Friendship Bread? ›
The original instructions for Amish Friendship Bread states that you should not use metal bowls or utensils. The original reason was because there's a chemical reaction that occurs between the fermenting starter and metal.
Can I leave my starter out overnight after feeding it? Yes, if you have just fed it. Since the night is rather long, feed it in a 1:4:4 ratio so that's not over fermented by the morning. If for example you use a 1:1:1 ratio, the starter would have peaked in the middle of the night, and collapse by the morning.
What happens if you don't feed your starter? ›
Don't worry — everything will be just fine. A sourdough starter is often likened to a pet, but unlike a puppy, if you forget to feed it when you're supposed to, nothing bad will happen. Because even though starters are technically alive, they're incredibly resilient.
What if I forgot to feed my Amish bread starter? ›
Some good news. Amish Friendship Bread starter is pretty flexible, so if you miss a feeding by 1-3 days, you are probably in good shape.
How can you tell if your sourdough starter has gone bad? ›
Typical signs of food spoilage and mold include pink, orange, or green colors, white fuzzy spots, or sometimes areas that are darker with white areas on top. If you see any of these signs, I would recommend throwing your starter away and creating a new one.
Why is it called friendship bread? ›
Amish communities emphasize helping each other and working together, as shown by activities like barn raisings. The practice of Amish Friendship Bread, where people share the bread's starter mix, reflects this community spirit, encouraging a sense of togetherness and giving.
Why is my friendship bread not rising? ›
Keep it warm!
Cold kitchens are a bane to any Amish Friendship Bread starter or sourdough starter, especially if you're trying to rise dough. Keep the dough warm and draft-free.
How many carbs are in Amish Friendship Bread? ›
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving |
|---|
| Sodium 511.6mg | 22% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.2g | 21% |
| Sugars 32.3g | |
| Protein 7.1g | 14% |
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