Best 7 Amish Friendship Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Amish Friendship Cookies, a timeless treat cherished for its irresistible taste and heartwarming symbolism. Originating from the heart of Amish communities, these cookies embody the spirit of friendship, love, and unity. Experience the magic of three distinct recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic delight. Embark on a baking adventure and create unforgettable moments with your loved ones while savoring the delectable flavors of Amish Friendship Cookies.

Let's cook with our recipes!

AMISH SUGAR COOKIES



Amish Sugar Cookies image

These easy-to-make, old-fashioned sugar cookies simply melt in your mouth! I've passed this recipe around to many friends. After I gave it to my sister, she entered the cookies in a local fair and won best of show. -Sylvia Ford, Kennett, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil and sugars. Beat in eggs until well blended. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to creamed mixture., Drop by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BISCUITS



Amish Friendship Biscuits image

friendship bread doesn't have to be just for the bread any more

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 1

recipe below

Steps:

  • 1. 1 cup flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder Combine all above ingredients in a large bowl. With spoon make well (dent) in center. Combine: 2 eggs 1 cup Amish batter * 1/4 cup oil Beat 2 minutes on medium speed. Pour egg mixture into flour mixture all at once. Stir and add additional flour a tablespoon at a time until dough cleans sides of bowl. Pour on floured board. Roll 1/2" thick. Cut out biscuit using circle cutter. Place biscuits close together on greased cookie sheet. Brush tops of biscuits with melted butter. Cover, let rise in warm place for 30 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP COOKIES



Amish Friendship Cookies image

Made with Molasses these are very traditional

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 1

see below

Steps:

  • 1. 1 Cup amish friendship bread starter 2 eggs 1 Tbsp molasses 3/4 cup butter 2 tsp vanilla Mix well. Sift together: 2 Cups flour 1 cup sugar 1 tsp salt. Chocolate Chip Option: Add 1 extra cup flour. Add 2 cups chocolate chips and 1 cut nuts(optional) Oatmeal Option: Add 2 cups oatmeal, 1 tsp nutmeg, 2 tsp cinnamon, 1 cup chocolate chips and 1 cup raisins. Bake at 375 for 10 to 13 minutes.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP CHOCOLATE CHIP APPLESAUCE COOKIES



Amish friendship Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cookies image

So you have extra friendship bread starter why not make some cookies

Provided by Stormy Stewart @karlyn255

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 1

- see below

Steps:

  • Combine in small bowl and set aside. 1-1/2 cup applesauce 3 tsp baking soda Cream together: 3/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup shortening Add: 1 cup Amish friendship bread starter 1 egg
  • Beat 2 minutes on medium speed. Add applesauce mix alternately with 4 1/2 C. flour and 1 tsp baking powder. Mix until well blended. Fold in 2 cups (12 oz.) of chocolate chips. Drop batter on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP STARTER OATMEAL COOKIES



Amish Friendship Starter Oatmeal Cookies image

Something fun to do with your Amish Friendship Bread starter. Don't be intimidated by the long ingredient list or the mixture format. The cookies are no harder to make than any other oatmeal cookie! And they make your house smell great!

Provided by AlaskaStephanie

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield 50 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup amish starter
2 eggs
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons vanilla
3/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups oatmeal
1 teaspoon nutmeg
3 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup raisins or 1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Combine mixture 1 in a bowl or large glass measuring cup. Mix ingredients well with a fork.
  • Combine mixture 2 in a large bowl. I use my Kitchen Aide mixer. Beat until creamy.
  • Add mixture 1 to mixture 2.
  • Combine mixture 3 and mix thoroughly. Add mixture 3 to mixtures 1 and 2 in the large bowl.
  • Add mixture 4 to the large bowl and mix until just combined.
  • Spoon resulting dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 375 for 10-13 minutes. It usually takes twelve minutes for me.
  • Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 15.8, Sodium 70.1, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 7.9, Protein 1.9

AMISH FRIENDSHIP CAKE



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Always save 1 cup of starter for your next cakes, then start with day 2 of the starter instructions instead of having to start a new starter each time. You can also give some starter to friends, or sourdough starter can be used in place of the Friendship Starter.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coffee Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ teaspoon active dry yeast
1 fluid ounce warm water
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup sourdough starter
⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • To Make Starter: Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 tablespoon white sugar, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup of the flour, and 1 cup of the milk in a non-metal bowl and stir with a non-metal spoon until creamy. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place for two days to ferment. It will become bubbly and have a sour odor. Do not place in refrigerator. On second day, third day, and fourth day: stir. On fifth day, add 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup milk, and stir. On sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth day: stir. On tenth day add 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup milk. Reserve 1 cup starter; pour remaining starter, 1 cup each, into 3 containers to give away to friends if desired. Starter is enough for 8 loaves.
  • To Make Cakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 8 or 9 inch loaf pans.
  • Mix 1 cup of the starter, oil, baking powder, eggs, 1 cup of the sugar, 2 cups of the flour, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, vanilla, and chopped nuts. Stir in the baking soda just before pouring the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Bananas, dates, or raisins can be added for variety.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 140.6 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD BASIC COOKIE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Amish Friendship Bread Basic Cookie Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
5 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • 1-Preheat oven to 350° F (176° C). 2-Cream butter, shortening, eggs and sugars. 3-Stir in rest of ingredients. 4-Drop tablespoon size dough onto ungreased baking sheet. 5-Bake 10 to 12 minutes. Kitchen Notes: Use this recipe to create any type of Amish Friendship Bread cookie. Add up to two cups of nuts, chips and/or fruit and 1/2-1 teaspoon of your favorite spices. Use a small cookie scoop for bite size cookies or two scoops for a larger cookie. Recipe will yield up to 100 small cookies.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cookies.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them stay fresh.

Conclusion:

Amish Friendship Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their soft and chewy texture and sweet and chocolatey flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, be sure to give Amish Friendship Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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