This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, the Friendship Bread Kitchen may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I often get asked, "Do I need to use pudding in my Amish Friendship Bread?" The short answer is no. The longer answer is in this FAQ here. The following Amish Friendship Bread recipe is the same as the original recipe, minus the pudding. Consider this your official "it's-okay-not-to-use-pudding" version, so if you're uncertain … [Read more...]
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FAQ – Why do I need to use instant pudding in my Amish Friendship Bread?
Why do I need to use instant pudding in my Amish Friendship Bread? One thing that throws people off when it comes to Amish Friendship Bread is the inclusion of instant pudding as one of the ingredients. Here are questions I get about using instant pudding in Amish Friendship Bread recipes: "I received my Amish Friendship Bread recipe years ago and it didn't have instant pudding listed in the ingredients. Do I really need it?""Instant pudding doesn't seem very Amish?""I don't use … [Read more...]
Butterscotch Instant Pudding
• This recipe post contains affiliate links, so if you click and/or make a purchase, the Friendship Bread Kitchen may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Use this homemade pudding recipe for any Amish Friendship Bread recipe that calls for butterscotch instant pudding. Butterscotch Instant Pudding Use this recipe as a substitute for any Amish Friendship Bread recipe that calls for butterscotch instant pudding. 4 cups brown sugar (packed)1 cup sugar2 … [Read more...]
Chocolate Instant Pudding
Chocolate Instant Pudding This recipe can be used as a substitute for any Amish Friendship Bread recipe that calls for a box of chocolate instant pudding. 2½ cups nonfat dry milk5 cups sugar3 cups cornstarch1 teaspoon salt2½ cups unsweetened cocoa Mix and store in airtight container.Use 1/2 cup of mix per box of instant pudding being substituted.ENJOY! … [Read more...]
Vanilla Instant Pudding
Vanilla Instant Pudding Use this homemade vanilla pudding mix as a substitute for any Amish Friendship Bread recipe that calls for a box of instant pudding. 3 cups nonfat dry milk4 cups sugar½ teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon salt3 cups cornstarch5 teaspoons vanilla extract Mix and store in airtight container.Use ½ cup of mix per box of instant pudding being substituted.ENJOY! This recipe can be used as a substitute for any Amish Friendship Bread recipe that calls for a box of … [Read more...]
Eggnog Amish Friendship Bread Cake
This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, the Friendship Bread Kitchen may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Revamped, revised, updated, perfected! This holiday season, take your edible gift giving to the next level with this slightly spicy, slightly boozy, Eggnog Amish Friendship Bread Cake. Special thanks to Kitchen Friend Rebecca Givens Bickerstaff who introduced an early variation to our Recipe Box! This is a great way to use … [Read more...]
Amish Friendship Bread Recipe Box
What will you make with your one bag of starter? What can you do with your 1 cup of Amish Friendship Bread starter? What about chocolate caramel brownies? Or lemon poppyseed muffins? What about a warm loaf of Irish soda bread? Or a batch of chewy oatmeal and cranberry cookies? TIP #1: Starting at the beginning? Check out this post first: Amish Friendship Bread 101 TIP #2: To search by category, go to the home page or click on the "Category" link on the sidebar (mobile … [Read more...]
Amish Friendship Bread Blondies
This month’s giveaway winner for a bamboo cookbook stand is Elaine Vnuk! Congratulations, Elaine! • This recipe post contains affiliate links, so if you click and/or make a purchase, the Friendship Bread Kitchen may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Revamped, revised, updated, perfected! Brownie lovers, look out. The competition has arrived. This Amish Friendship Bread variation has a buttery, caramel flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. … [Read more...]
Top Ten Amish Friendship Bread Hacks
Here are some of my favorite Amish Friendship Bread hacks and short cuts. They're meant to help you out in a pinch, so Amish Friendship Bread is as easy and stress-free as possible. #1 Problem It's feeding time but you're out of milk or sugar. Hack Use 1 cup water instead of milk; skip the sugar.You can sub soy milk, almond milk, or rice milk, too. The flour, however, is a must. #2 Problem You're going out of town in the middle of a 10-day cycle, but want to bake once … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Cranberry Walnut Oil-Free Amish Friendship Bread
Is 2018 the year you want to eat healthier, but don't want to give up your Amish Friendship Bread? Me too! I'm making 2018 the year of healthier Amish Friendship Bread options. This means more recipes with less oil, less eggs and less sugar, as well as a host of gluten-free and dairy-free options. You shouldn't have to give up flavor and a love for Amish Friendship Bread because you're trying to eat better, right? A quick note: I only share links that I love and personally use. This post … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Amish Friendship Bread
• This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, the Friendship Bread Kitchen may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This Amish Friendship Bread recipe is moist and flavorful, using pumpkin puree (fresh or canned) and dark chocolate chips (I used Ghiradelli's bittersweet chocolate baking chips, which has 60% cacao). The kicker? One package of pumpkin spice instant pudding. If you're new to the Friendship Bread Kitchen, you may be … [Read more...]
Chocolate Candy Cane Amish Friendship Bread
• The holidays wouldn't be completed without the familiar red and white stripe of the candy cane. This Amish Friendship Bread loaf is filled with chocolate and peppermint goodness, with just the right amount of crunch. You can sometimes find candy cane instant pudding in the grocery stores in December, so if you see it, grab it and stock up for the season! Swap out the chocolate pudding for the candy cane and swap the peppermint extract for vanilla. International Café also makes a … [Read more...]