Best 3 Dawns Amish Friendship Cake With Starters Recipes

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With its origins tracing back to the Amish communities of Pennsylvania, Dawn's Amish Friendship Cake is a delightful dessert steeped in tradition and cherished for its unique preparation method. This delectable cake not only tantalizes taste buds with its sweet and tangy flavors but also fosters a spirit of friendship and community as it's shared among friends and loved ones. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets of creating this treasured cake, providing you with a comprehensive guide to sourcing the necessary ingredients, understanding the intricate steps involved in the preparation, and mastering the art of nurturing the sourdough starter that serves as the heart of this Amish treat. Let's delve into the world of Dawn's Amish Friendship Cake, capturing the essence of its flavors, preserving its heritage, and embracing the joy of sharing this culinary treasure with those you hold dear.

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AMISH FRIENDSHIP CAKE



Amish Friendship Cake image

Always save 1 cup of starter for your next cakes, then start with day 2 of the starter instructions instead of having to start a new starter each time. You can also give some starter to friends, or sourdough starter can be used in place of the Friendship Starter.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coffee Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ teaspoon active dry yeast
1 fluid ounce warm water
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup sourdough starter
⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • To Make Starter: Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 tablespoon white sugar, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup of the flour, and 1 cup of the milk in a non-metal bowl and stir with a non-metal spoon until creamy. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place for two days to ferment. It will become bubbly and have a sour odor. Do not place in refrigerator. On second day, third day, and fourth day: stir. On fifth day, add 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup milk, and stir. On sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth day: stir. On tenth day add 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup milk. Reserve 1 cup starter; pour remaining starter, 1 cup each, into 3 containers to give away to friends if desired. Starter is enough for 8 loaves.
  • To Make Cakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 8 or 9 inch loaf pans.
  • Mix 1 cup of the starter, oil, baking powder, eggs, 1 cup of the sugar, 2 cups of the flour, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, vanilla, and chopped nuts. Stir in the baking soda just before pouring the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Bananas, dates, or raisins can be added for variety.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 140.6 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

FRIENDSHIP CAKE AND STARTER



Friendship Cake and Starter image

This recipe has been around for many years and is all over the internet, but thought I would add it for those who have never seen it. You must first make the yeast starter which takes 2 weeks and then go on to the fruit starter which takes 30 days. It's a fun thing to do with your children, allowing them to add the fruit each time and then make the cake. The cake is very moist! Enjoy! TIP=One package of dry active yeast= 2 1/4 teaspoons or 1/4 ounce)

Provided by quotFoodThe Way To

Categories     Quick Breads

Time P30DT50m

Yield 4 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sliced peach, drained and cut up
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks
3 maraschino cherries
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons dry active yeast, plus
1 1/8 teaspoons dry active yeast
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 (29 ounce) can peaches
1 cup nuts, chopped
1 (18 ounce) yellow cake mix (not the pudding kind)
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla or 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix
4 eggs
2/3 cup oil

Steps:

  • YEAST STARTER:.
  • Combine peaches, pineapple, cherries, sugar and yeast. Stir with wooden spoon 3 to 4 times the first day. Then stir daily for 2 weeks. Store in glass jar on counter with lid just barely set on.
  • FRUIT STARTER:.
  • Mix yeast starter, sugar, peaches and place on the counter in a gallon jar with lid. Let stand, do not refrigerate. Set aside for 10 days, stirring daily.
  • On tenth day, add: 1 (30 oz.) can chunk pineapple and juice.
  • Let stand 10 more days, stirring daily.
  • On the 20th day, add: 1 (29 oz.) fruit cocktail and juice 1 (10 oz.) maraschino cherries and juice. Let stand 10 more days, stirring daily.
  • On the 30th day, drain juice off and give 1 1/2 cups juice to 6 friends along with the recipe.
  • There will be enough drained fruit for 4 (9x13 inch) cakes.
  • CAKE:.
  • Mix cake mix, pudding mix, eggs and oil. Add nuts and fruit. Spread evenly in greased and floured 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

AMISH FRIENDSHIP CHOCOLATE CAKE



Amish friendship Chocolate Cake image

tired of friendship bread why not try chocolate cake.

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 1

see below

Steps:

  • 1. Cream together: 2/3 cup shortening 1- 2/3 cup sugar Add: 3 eggs 1 cup Amish batter * 1 tsp vanilla Beat 2 minutes on medium speed. Combine: 2/3 cup cocoa 1-1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp baking powder Add flour mixture to batter alternately with 3/4 cup cold water. Beat 1 minute on medium speed. Mix in by hand 1 cup chopped nuts (optional). Pour into greased and floured 9x12 pan. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30-40 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the batter to mix together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making the cake lighter and more tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding them to the batter. This will help to ensure that the cake is light and fluffy.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature. The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Dawn's Amish Friendship Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy texture, and its sweet and tangy flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are making it for a potluck, a bake sale, or just for your family and friends, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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