Delicious and Nutritious Healthier Amish Friendship Bread

Enjoy the traditional taste of Amish Friendship Bread with a healthier twist! This recipe uses wholesome ingredients and reduces the sugar and fat content while maintaining the delicious flavor. Bake a batch of this nutritious bread and share it with your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine the Amish Friendship Bread Starter, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, applesauce, honey, melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3. If desired, stir in the chopped nuts and dried fruit to add extra flavor and texture to the bread batter.
4. Divide the batter equally between the prepared loaf pans.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
6. Remove the pans from the oven and let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
7. Enjoy the delicious, healthier version of Amish Friendship Bread with your loved ones!

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