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My Amish Friend Brought These Guys to a Recent Potluck and Everyone Drooled Over Them!
Potlucks are the perfect opportunity to share family favorites, discover new dishes, and create lasting memories over delicious food. Recently, my Amish friend brought a dish that had everyone at the potluck drooling – and let me tell you, it was so good, it became the talk of the evening.
The recipe, which had been passed down through generations, was a true testament to the Amish tradition of wholesome, comforting food that brings people together. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the recipe and can’t wait to share it with you!
The Dish That Stole the Show
Though the details of the dish might vary depending on who you ask, what I do know is that it was a sweet, savory, and slightly tangy treat that disappeared from the potluck table in no time. The dish had that magical balance of comfort and nostalgia, familiar yet unexpected enough to make you want to go back for seconds (or thirds).
Here’s a sneak peek into the recipe that everyone was raving about:
Amish Friendship Bread: A Sweet and Savory Potluck Favorite
While it might not have had a formal name, the best way to describe this dish is Amish Friendship Bread – but with a slight twist! Amish Friendship Bread is a sweet, moist, and cinnamon-sugar-coated bread that’s typically made with a special starter dough that gets passed from friend to friend. This version, however, had a unique savory element mixed in, making it perfect for a potluck where both savory and sweet dishes are welcome.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of sugar (for the dough)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk or sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional for some crunch)
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar (for coating)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (for coating)
- 1/4 cup softened butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two loaf pans generously with butter, making sure they’re well-coated to prevent the bread from sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir them together until everything is well-mixed and set aside.
Step 3: Wet Ingredients In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and oil together until smooth and creamy. Then, add the buttermilk or sour cream and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently after each addition. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; you want the batter to remain light and fluffy.
Step 5: Add the Nuts (Optional) For an added texture and flavor, fold in the chopped walnuts, or any other nuts you prefer. These add a little extra crunch and nuttiness to each bite, making the bread even more irresistible.
Step 6: Cinnamon-Sugar Coating In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. This will form the delicious cinnamon-sugar coating that gives Amish Friendship Bread its signature sweetness. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the batter once it’s in the loaf pans.
Step 7: Bake Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a
