Best 2 Amish Sweet Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Amish Sweet Bread, a culinary delight that embodies the essence of comfort and tradition. Originating from the heart of Amish Country, this Amish Sweet Bread is a soft, tender, and slightly dense bread, boasting a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With three distinct recipes to choose from, this article offers a delightful journey into the world of Amish baking. The Classic Amish Sweet Bread recipe takes you back to the roots of this traditional treat, featuring a simple yet irresistible combination of wholesome ingredients. For those who prefer a touch of indulgence, the Glazed Amish Sweet Bread recipe adds a luscious glaze that elevates the bread to a new level of decadence. And if you're seeking a unique twist, the Orange Amish Sweet Bread recipe infuses the bread with the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges, creating a zesty and refreshing variation. Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can recreate these Amish family favorites in their own kitchens.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AMISH SWEET & YEASTY WHITE BREAD OR ROLLS



Amish Sweet & Yeasty White Bread or Rolls image

This is the ultimate white Amish bread, made with all of the ingredients necessary for a rich, sweet, yeasty dough. This is a bread suitable for Amish celebrations, using all of the best ingredients, milk, eggs, butter and sugar. Everyday table breads would use water instead of milk, vegetable oil instead of butter and no eggs....

Provided by Family Favorites

Categories     Other Breads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
2 packets of red star quick rise yeast
1/2 c. warm water (think warm bath water)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
7-71/2 c. flour, or amount needed to produce a dough that doesn't stick to your hands when handling, without being dry

Steps:

  • 1. *Prep time does not include rise times. Warm milk in a medium sauce pan until it just starts to bubble; remove from heat. Mix in butter, sugar and salt. Stir until melted. Cool to the temp of warm bath water.
  • 2. In small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand for 10 minutes until foamy. In mixer bowl of stand mixer, combine yeast mixture with lukewarm milk mixture (think warm bath water), 2 eggs and 2 cups of flour. Stir to combine. On setting 2 of stand mixer fitted with dough hook, gradually add remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough forms a ball and cleans sides and bottom of mixer bowl. If it climbs over the top of your dough hook, you need more flour. (Dough should not be sticky. The amount of flour can differ, depending on many things including humidity, brand, etc. Use your eyes and your touch as your guide. Keep feeling it. It should clean the sides of bowl, form a ball and not stick all over your hands when handled. Stop adding flour right when it is no longer sticky. Flour measurements in bread baking recipes are always approximate.) Once you hit the right consistency, knead on speed 2 for 5 minutes. (By hand 8-10 minutes.)
  • 3. Place dough in large buttered bowl, turning once. Cover with Saran Wrap sprayed with cooking spray. Heat oven to 250 degrees and place bowl on hot pad on back burner to rise until doubled, approximately 1 hour. Use a big enough bowl... it gets pretty big! This bowl is 11" in diameter and 5 1/2 " high.
  • 4. Punch down dough and form into desired loaves or rolls on very lightly floured counter. If forming into rolls, rolls should be placed so that sides are just touching. (For the nicest looking loaves and rolls, please check out some of the awesome online tutorials. Shaping the loaves or rolls correctly makes a huge difference in how your breads turn out.) Place in greased pans, cover with sprayed Saran Wrap and allow to rise until doubled, approximately 1 hour. For loaves, I like them to rise about 1 1/2-2 inches above pan. When just about ready, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 5. Bake at 350 degrees. For rolls, approximately 15-20 minutes, or until golden. For bread, 20-25 minutes, or until you can tilt the bread partially out of the pan onto a hot pad covered hand and the bottom is golden, not doughy. Watch carefully as all ovens are different. Bread loaves should be removed from pan immediately and cooled on wire racks. Rolls can cool in the pan. Brush gently with melted butter. Try to wait until bread has cooled for the nicest slices, then slather with butter or jam and enjoy!

AMISH SWEET BREAD RECIPE - (4/5)



Amish Sweet Bread Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by ptemby

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c. warm water (110 degrees)
2/3 c. sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp dry active yeast
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 c. oil
6 c. flour

Steps:

  • 1. Mix warm water, sugar and yeast into bowl, allow to rest for about 10 minutes (it will be frothy). 2. Add in salt, oil and 3 c. flour and mix well. 3. Add flour, one cup at a time, dough will be a nice ball with a soft velvety touch. Knead by hand for 8-10 minutes or 1-2 minutes with the Kitchen Aid 4. Allow bread to rise covered, free from draft until doubled in size. (about an hour) Punch down and briefly knead by hand (30-45 seconds) 5. Divide into equal parts place two in well-greased loaf pans. 6. Loosly cover and allow to rise for an addiitonal 30 minutes. 7. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for approx 30 minutes (it will be golden on the top. Make sure the center is not gooey and cooked, avoid overbaking.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients, especially fresh yeast and butter, will give your sweet bread the best flavor and texture.
  • Proof the yeast: Proofing the yeast ensures that it's active and ready to use. To proof the yeast, dissolve it in warm milk or water with a little bit of sugar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it's foamy.
  • Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough helps to develop the gluten and make the bread light and fluffy. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it's smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise: Rising the dough allows the yeast to ferment and produce carbon dioxide, which gives the bread its light and airy texture. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it's doubled in size.
  • Bake the bread at the right temperature: The temperature of the oven will affect the texture of the bread. Bake the bread at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until it's golden brown and cooked through.

Conclusion:

Amish sweet bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized with different flavors and fillings. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, give this Amish sweet bread recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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