Best 5 Amish Friendship Bread Banana And Zucchini Bread Variations Recipes

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**Amish Friendship Bread: A Delightful Treat with Endless Variations**

Amish Friendship Bread is a beloved sweet bread that has been passed down through generations, cherished for its unique flavor and the tradition of sharing it with loved ones. Originating from the Amish community, this bread is characterized by its tangy, slightly sweet taste and a moist, fluffy texture. Typically made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, milk, and yeast, Amish Friendship Bread undergoes a unique fermentation process that gives it its distinct flavor. This article presents a collection of delightful variations on the classic Amish Friendship Bread recipe, including a delectable Banana Amish Friendship Bread that adds a burst of banana flavor and a moist, tender crumb, as well as a wholesome Zucchini Amish Friendship Bread that incorporates grated zucchini for a moist, flavorful twist. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes are perfect for bakers of all levels to create delicious, homemade Amish Friendship Bread to share with family and friends.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD BANANA BREAD



Easy Amish Friendship Bread Banana Bread image

Banana bread is a classic for a reason, and you can easily use your Amish Friendship Bread starter to make a delicious version.

Provided by Friendship Bread Kitchen

Categories     Snack

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large bananas (overripe, mashed)
2 eggs
1 cup Amish Friendship Bread
½ cup butter (melted)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (OR)
½ cup chocolate chips (OR)
½ cup walnuts (chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325° F (165° C). Grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add eggs and mash bananas with the back of a fork until smooth.
  • Add starter, butter, sugar, and vanilla and continue to mix.
  • Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt. Include cinnamon if using. Mix until just combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bang pan gently on the counter to settle the batter and release any excess air.
  • Bake for one hour or until the bread loosens evenly from the sides and a toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
  • ENJOY!

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD BANANA AND ZUCCHINI BREAD VARIATIONS



Amish friendship bread Banana and Zucchini Bread Variations image

These Amish friendship breads include ingredients like bananas, chocolate chips, and zucchini

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Savory Breads

Number Of Ingredients 1

ingredients below

Steps:

  • 1. Use banana cream pie pudding and two mashed bananas. I have also added 1/4 cup of chocolate chip to this on occasion. I use the small bundt pans and bake for about 40 - 50 minutes. ~~~or~~~ For banana walnut bread, I substitute banana cream pudding mix, 1/3 cup chopped walnuts and a mashed banana, and omit the cinnamon. ~~~or~~~ Add 1 cup of grated zucchini. Make sure you squeeze out the excess liquid. bake for about 75 minutes but start checking after 50 minutes.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BANANA NUT BREAD



Amish Friendship Banana Nut Bread image

A banana-nut bread that requires a batch of Amish Friendship Bread Starter. Do not use any type of metal spoon or bowl for mixing.

Provided by LadybirdDee

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     100+ Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup shortening
4 large ripe bananas
2 cups Amish Friendship Bread Starter (see footnote for recipe link)
3 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease 2 - 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, mash together the shortening and bananas, then stir in the starter, eggs, milk, sugar, and walnuts. Sift together the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour. Fold into the banana mixture. Divide batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool loaf until it loosens evenly from the pan, about 10 minutes, before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 96.1 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD I



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A sweet cinnamon bread that requires a batch of Amish Friendship Bread Starter. For variations, add your favorite fruits and/or nuts!

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Sourdough Bread Recipes

Time P9DT40m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter (see footnote for recipe link)
⅔ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 (9x5 inch) loaf pans.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 89.1 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD + 6 VARIATIONS RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Amish Friendship Bread + 6 variations Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by á-48655

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 10 day old starter
3 eggs
1 cup oil
1/2 cup milk
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 cups flour
1-2 boxes Jell-O instant pudding (any flavor)
Optional: 1 cup nuts and 1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 325F 2. Grease two large loaf pans 3. In a bowl, mix an additional ½ cup sugar and 1 ½ tsp cinnamon 4. Dust the greased pans with sugar/cinnamon mixture 5. Pour the batter evenly into the pans and sprinkle the remaining mixture on the top 6. Bake for one hour or until the bread loosens evenly from the sides and a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean. To make muffins instead of loaves, reduce baking time to 20-25 min. Fill loaf pans or muffin tins one-half to two-thirds full (if you have an eager new starter, I'd recommend only filling to one-half). Banana Nut Friendship Bread 2 medium-size ripe bananas, mashed 1-2 boxes Jell-O instant banana-cream pudding 1 cup walnuts, chopped Butterscotch Friendship Bread 1-2 boxes Jell-o instant butterscotch pudding 1 cup butterscotch baking chips Double Chocolate Friendship Bread 1-2 boxes Jell-O instant chocolate fudge pudding 1/4 cup cocoa 1 cup chocolate chips Omit cinnamon Lemon Poppy-Seed Friendship Bread Replace vanilla extract with lemon extract 1-2 boxes Jell-O instant lemon pudding 1/4 cup poppy seeds 1 tsp lemon zest Pineapple Macadamia Nut Friendship Bread Reduce oil to 1/2 cup 8oz can of crushed pineapple, drained 1/2 cup applesauce 1 tsp lemon zest 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped 2 tbsp shredded coconut - topping Pistachio Cherry Friendship Bread 1-2 boxes Jell-O instant pistachio pudding 1/2 cup Maraschino cherries, drained and chopped (do not mix in batter but line bottom of prepared pan with cherries before pouring batter) Omit cinnamon Pumpkin Cranberry Friendship Bread 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 tsp ginger powder 1 cup dried cranberries, loosely chopped 1 cup walnuts, chopped Zucchini Amish Friendship Bread Reduce oil to 1/2 cup 2 cups unpeeled zucchini, shredded squeeze to remove excess liquid 1 tsp nutmeg 1 cup pecans, chopped

Tips:

  • Follow the recipe accurately: Baking is a science, and precise measurements are crucial for success. Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements of ingredients, and make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your bread. Use ripe bananas and zucchini, and choose high-quality flour and sugar.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined, then stop.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that the bread is fully cooked.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

These Amish Friendship Bread, Banana Bread, and Zucchini Bread recipes are all delicious and easy to make. They are perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these delicious and satisfying breads. So, gather your friends, try out these recipes, and enjoy the sweet taste of friendship!

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