What is Amish Friendship Bread starter?

Amish Friendship Bread starter is a live yeast culture that is used to make this bread. It needs to be "fed" regularly with flour, sugar, and milk. You can obtain a starter online or from a friend who already has one.

Can I use a gluten-free flour blend?

Yes, you can substitute a gluten-free flour blend for the all-purpose flour. However, the texture may be slightly different.

Can I make this bread without chocolate chips?

Absolutely! If you're not a fan of chocolate chips, you can leave them out or substitute them with nuts or dried fruit.

How do I "feed" my Friendship Bread starter?

You need to feed the starter every day for 10 days with 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup milk stir well each day. On day 10 you use the starter and reserve 1 cup and begin all over again.

What can I do with the extra starter besides making bread?

You can use it to make muffins, pancakes, or even cake! There are many recipes online that utilize Friendship Bread starter.

Decadent Chocolate Amish Friendship Bread Recipe

Description

Rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolatey, this Chocolate Amish Friendship Bread is a nostalgic treat with a deep cocoa flavor and sweet community spirit.

Ingredients

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1 cup Amish Friendship Bread starter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Optional: chopped nuts, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate glaze

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, mix together starter, flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until no lumps remain.
Add vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft. Customize with chopped nuts, peanut butter swirls, or dried fruits.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg