We love brownies! The Amish Friendship Bread brownie was one of the early recipes in my arsenal when I had tons of starter on hand. People were so used to receiving loaves of the classic sugar-cinnamon Amish Friendship Bread from me that they were shocked when I showed up with these chewy, chocolate squares. Another way to share what we have with others and pass it on? Yes, please! There are lots of ways you can tweak this recipe. Here are a few brownie basics: Up the chocolate ante by … [Read more...]
Amish Friendship Bread Pecan Recipes in Honor of National Pecan Pie Day!
Today is July 12, and it's National Pecan Pie Day! Pecan pie dates back to 1897, though rumor has it the pie existed back in the early 1800's in Louisiana. It doesn't appear in cookbooks like Fannie Farmer or The Joy of Cooking until 1940. Now it's become a staple during the fall and as a dessert staple in the southern United States, where chocolate and bourbon whiskey are sometimes added (plus a scoop of vanilla ice cream) to elevate the pecan pie to full-on gourmet status. Not a pie … [Read more...]
Summer Recipe Roundup
Summer is officially here! Here are seven of our favorite summertime Amish Friendship Bread recipes so you can keep the good times rolling. 1. FOR YOUR SUMMER CELEBRATION: STRAWBERRY LIMEADE AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD CAKE Wow your summer party guests with this work of Amish Friendship Bread art. Strawberries and lime pair together to make a bright summertime treat. 2. FOR THE SUMMER EVENINGS: AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD PEACH COBBLER This melt-in-your-mouth Amish Friendship Bread cobbler … [Read more...]
Amish Friendship Bread Cornbread
UPDATED, REVISED, PERFECTED! Not every Amish Friendship Bread adaption works out. You take a recipe you love and give it an Amish Friendship Bread spin, and sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't. I think what's worse is when it works out for some people and not for others, which in my book counts as a fail because consistency is kind of important in the kitchen. There's nothing more frustrating than trying to figure out if it's the recipe or you that's got it wrong. This original … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cream Amish Friendship Bread Biscuits
Yum. I'm not someone who uses the word yum, at least not very often, but there's no other to way express my utter delight over the latest Amish Friendship Bread variation to come out of the Friendship Bread Kitchen. These pull-apart blueberry cream Amish Friendship Bread biscuits are insanely good. Better yet, they're easy to make. Pair it with a blueberry sauce or clotted cream and you'll be rolling in yum. I used frozen organic blueberries, which I thawed and drained, and then patted … [Read more...]
Blueberry Sauce
Save Print Blueberry Sauce Friendship Bread Kitchen: Friendship Bread Kitchen Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 5 mins Total time: 10 mins Yields: 1 cup Top your favorite Amish Friendship Bread biscuits or scones with this easy blueberry sauce. Ingredients 2 cups blueberries, divided ⅓ cup sugar 1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon vanilla Directions Combine 1 cup blueberries, sugar and water in a small saucepan (if using frozen blueberries, omit the … [Read more...]
May Mini Bundt Baking Pan Giveaway!
This May we celebrate the mothers in our lives, and I have a giveaway that I think you're going to love! ♥ I'm a fan of good Bundt pans, especially the minis that let you create several giftable treats at once. I'm also a fan of Nordic Ware, because the quality of their pans are fantastic (and no, this isn't a sponsored plug! I just really like them!). So from May 1 through May 19 I am giving away this gorgeous pan. There are two ways to score entries (max four entries per person): … [Read more...]
Easter Recipe Roundup
Easter is right around the corner, and we have a few Amish Friendship Bread recipes to add to your Easter feast. 1. A TIMELESS CLASSIC: AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD HOT CROSS BUNS There is a reason that hot cross buns have been an Easter tradition for over 800 years. These frosted treats, shared with us by Kitchen Friend Christine Shipley, are still irresistible! 2. THE PERFECT EASTER BUNNY SNACK: CARROT CAKE AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD Topped with a layer of cream cheese frosting, these … [Read more...]
Spring Tea Recipe Roundup
Spring is here, and we have a few recipes to brighten your next book club, bridal shower, or spring tea. 1. PERFECT FOR AN AFTERNOON WITH FRIENDS: EARL GREY AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD TEA CAKES Looking for an irresistible treat to show off at your next event? Look no further. 2. FOR BRUNCH WITH THE FAMILY: BLUEBERRY LEMON RICOTTA AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD SCONES Looking for a treat to serve at your family get-together? Try this recipe shared with us by kitchen friend, Stacey Doyle, with … [Read more...]
An Avalon Valentine Special Offer
From now until March 31, 2017, download and read An Avalon Valentine on your Kindle and, if you enjoy it, leave a review on Amazon to qualify for two special bonuses: a PDF copy of our bestselling 94-page cookbook, Quick and Easy Amish Friendship Bread Recipes (a $9.99 value) and a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. All submissions will be verified. Must be 21 or older, some restrictions apply (view our Terms of Service). To download An Avalon Valentine or to post your review, click … [Read more...]