Gluten-Free Amish Sourdough Friendship Bread

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While the precise origin of Amish friendship bread remains a bit of a mystery, it has become a symbol of generosity and interconnectedness, made with love and shared by those who make it. This sweet, cinnamon-infused treat is reminiscent of both pound cake and coffee cake. The straightforwardness of this gluten-free quick bread recipe makes it an ideal introduction to sourdough baking. Regardless of its Amish roots, the ethos of sharing remains at the heart of the friendship bread experience. Embrace the simplicity and warmth it brings to your kitchen, and share the joy with those around you.

Gluten-Free Amish Friendship Bread Sliced on Wood Cutting Board

Gluten-Free Amish Friendship Bread Sliced on Wood Cutting Board
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Gluten-Free Amish Sourdough Friendship Bread

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 slices
Calories 164 kcal
Author Bob's Red Mill

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray. (Note: You can also use three 5.75 x 3.35 x 2.25-inch mini loaf pans for sharing.)
  2. In mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, oil, egg, vanilla and milk.
  3. In large mixing bowl, combine cane sugar, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, and pour into prepared pan.
  4. In small bowl, mix together turbinado sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over loaf.
  5. Bake 50-60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out mostly clean. (Note: A little gooey in the middle is fine.)
  6. Cool loaf 10 minutes before removal from pan.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Gluten-Free Amish Sourdough Friendship Bread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0.002g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 204mg9%
Potassium 61mg2%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 26g29%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 47IU1%
Vitamin C 0.03mg0%
Calcium 42mg4%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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