Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter
-3 eggs
-1 cup vegetable oil
-1 cup sugar
-1 teaspoon vanilla
-2 cups all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1 teaspoon baking soda
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
-1/2 cup chopped walnuts
-1 cup fresh cranberries
Special Equipment Needed:
-Large bowl
-Mixing spoon
-Measuring cups and spoons
-2 loaf pans
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine Amish Friendship Bread Starter, eggs, oil, sugar, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in walnuts and cranberries.
6. Divide batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow bread to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F
Serving Size: 2 loaves
Nutritional Information: TBD
Substitutions for Ingredients:
-Canola oil can be substituted for vegetable oil
-Brown sugar can be substituted for white sugar
-Dried cranberries can be substituted for fresh cranberries
Variations:
-Can add 1/2 cup of raisins or dried cherries
-Can add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or almonds
Tips and Tricks:
-Be sure not to overmix the batter, as this will result in a dense, dry bread.
-If the bread is browning too quickly, cover with foil for the remainder of the baking time.
Storage Instructions:
-Store cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
-Bread can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Reheating Instructions:
-Reheat bread in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
-Serve slices of bread with butter or cream cheese.
-Top slices of bread with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey.
Garnishes:
-Powdered sugar
-Honey
-Butter
-Cream cheese
Pairings:
-Coffee
-Tea
-Hot chocolate
Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Yogurt
-Granola
Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the bread is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or water to the batter.
-If the bread is too dense, add an extra egg to the batter.
Food Safety Advice:
-Always wash hands before and after handling food.
-Keep raw ingredients and cooked food separate.
-Cook food to the proper temperature.
Food History:
Amish Friendship Bread is a type of sweet bread that originated in the Amish community in Pennsylvania. It is made with a starter that is shared among friends and family.
Flavor Profiles:
This bread has a sweet, nutty flavor with a hint of cinnamon and tartness from the cranberries.
Serving Suggestions:
-Serve as a snack or dessert.
-Serve as a breakfast bread with butter and jam.
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