Best 2 Gluten Free Friendship Bread Starter Recipes

Friendship bread is a unique and delicious quick bread that is made with a sourdough starter. The starter is made with a combination of flour, sugar, and water, and it is fed regularly with more flour and sugar to keep it active. Once the starter is ready, it is used to make the bread dough, which is then baked into a loaf. Friendship bread is known for its soft and fluffy texture, as well as its slightly tangy flavor.

This article provides two recipes for gluten-free friendship bread: a traditional recipe and a vegan recipe. The traditional recipe uses almond flour and tapioca flour, while the vegan recipe uses oat flour and coconut flour. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that are readily available at most grocery stores. The article also includes tips for troubleshooting common problems that may arise when making friendship bread.

In addition to the two gluten-free recipes, the article also includes a recipe for a traditional wheat-based friendship bread. This recipe is a great option for those who do not have a gluten intolerance or allergy. All three recipes are delicious and easy to make, making them a great choice for bakers of all skill levels.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GLUTEN FREE AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD

Gluten Free Amish Friendship Bread image

A homemade gluten free version of the classic Amish Friendship bread. This is so good that you will not know it is gluten free.

Provided by Lynn

Categories Bread Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3 eggs
1 cup oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup white rice flour
1/2 cup potato starch
1/2 cup tapioca starch
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
1 small box instant vanilla pudding (3.4 ounce) (You use the dry pudding, do not mix up. )
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Grease two loaf pans and set aside.
In a bowl combine cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt, white rice flour, potato starch, tapioca starch, and xanthan gum. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl combine eggs, oil, sugar,buttermilk, and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
Stir in flour mixture and box of vanilla pudding. Mix until well combined.
The topping is optional, but good. In a small bowl combined 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle half of the mixture in the bottom of the loaf pans and turn pan to coat. You are basically coating the pans with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Pour batter into pans, dividing batter evenly between the two pans. Sprinkle remaining topping mixture if using, on top of the batter.
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Let bread cool in pan for about ten minutes. Then remove loaves from pan and cool on wire rack.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD - LOW CARB AND GLUTEN-FREE RECIPE - (4/5)

Amish Friendship Bread - Low Carb and Gluten-Free Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by coffeycake

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

Starter:
1 cup whole milk
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup Swerve Sweetener or granulated erythritol
Bread:
2 cups almond flour, divided
1 cup Swerve Sweetener or granulated erythritol, divided
1/2 cup oil (I used grapeseed)
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 small box sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
1/3 cup unflavoured whey protein powder
1/4 cup coconut flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts
Topping:
1 tbsp Swerve Sweetener or granulated erythritol
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Steps:

1.For the starter, combine whole milk and lemon juice in a medium bowl and let thicken 10 minutes. 2.Add almond flour and granulated erythritol and stir to combine. 3.Transfer to a ziploc bag and remove as much air as possible. Then seal bag and allow to sit on counter for 4 days, massaging to mix ingredients 2 to 3 times a day. 4.On the 5th day, preheat oven to 325F and grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan very well. 5.Pour starter into a large bowl. Add one cup almond flour, 1/2 cup granulated erythritol, oil, eggs and vanilla extract and mix well. Set aside. 6.In a medium bowl, whisk together remaining 1 cup almond flour, remaining 1/2 cup granulated erythritol, vanilla pudding mix, whey protein powder, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. 7.Add dry ingredients to starter mixture and stir until fully combined. Pour into prepared loaf pan. 8.For the topping, in a small bowl, whisk together granulated erythritol and cinnamon. Sprinkle over batter in pan. 9.Bake 50-60 minutes or until loaf is cooked through and a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. If you find that your loaf is browning too quickly, cover with foil for the last 15 to 20 minutes of baking. Notes Serves 16. Each serving has 8.6 g of carbs and 3.1 g of fiber. Total NET CARBS = 5.5 g.

Tips:

Make sure all ingredients are gluten-free, especially the flour, baking powder, and soda.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving.
Store the leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
You can use your gluten-free friendship bread starter to make other gluten-free baked goods, such as muffins, pancakes, and waffles.

Conclusion:

Gluten-free friendship bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. It is also a great option for people who are looking for a healthier alternative to traditional wheat bread. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own gluten-free friendship bread at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!