Homemade bread is a staple in many Amish kitchens. From potato bread to onion cake, these recipes are inspired by the Amish and the Pennsylvania Dutch. Check out these other traditional Amish recipes, too.
15 Amish-Inspired Bread Recipes You Need to Try
Updated on Feb. 19, 2023
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Amish White Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This basic bread recipe is perfect for everyday use for sandwiches, toast and more. For a little extra flair, do as the Amish do and slather it with a homemade flavored butter, such as red pepper or herb. Another Amish baking tip: Stick a slice of bread in your cookie jar to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 102 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 222mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
Amish Friendship Bread
When it comes to traditional Amish recipes, Amish friendship bread is as classic as shoofly pie. It uses a sourdough starter that can be shared among friends—hence the name, “friendship bread”—but you can also make your own starter.
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Amish Potato Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Don’t let any leftover mashed potatoes go to waste! Use them—along with whole wheat and all-purpose flour—to make this golden Amish potato bread. The potatoes add a wonderful texture and help keep the loaf moist for days. (And if you’re a fan of this recipe, try other clever Amish cooking ideas.)
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 193 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 276mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
Take a look at these delicious cranberry bread recipes.
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Amish Onion Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich, moist bread with an onion-poppy seed topping is a wonderful break from your everyday bread routine. You can serve it with any meat, and it’s a nice accompaniment to soup or salad. For a sweet complement to this savory dish, make one of these Amish cookie recipes for dessert.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 539 calories, 36g fat (22g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 748mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Cinnamon Roll Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always busy with three active sons, so this rich quick bread is a favorite. I like to wrap these loaves to give as gifts. —Sharon Walker, Huntington Station, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 212 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 267mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Walnut Raisin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf (32 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
On a cold day, nothing is better than a warm, crusty Dutch oven raisin bread filled with walnuts. —Catherine Ward, Taste Recipes Prep Kitchen Manager
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 130 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
Salt-Rising Bread
Salt-rising bread is most commonly associated with Appalachian settlers, but it’s also found in some Amish communities. This recipe is perfect to make when you don’t have yeast on hand—instead of yeast, it uses a starter made from cornmeal.
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Apple Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this apple quick bread recipe a long time ago and with a few changes it's become one of our favorites. Everyone who's ever tasted this apple bread has asked for the recipe! —Phyllis Herlocker, Farlington, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 253 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 124mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Sweet Cornbread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cornbread goes well with just about anything. I always make it when we have chili. The sour cream makes it nice and moist. —Virginia Hanker, Essex Junction, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 239 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 281mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Whole Wheat Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm 12 years old and make this bread with my mother, who got the recipe from her mother. I usually prepare the dough, and my mom bakes it. —Freida Stutman, Fillmore, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 168 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 223mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Old-World Rye Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Rye and caraway give this bread wonderful flavor, while the surprise ingredient of baking cocoa adds to the rich, dark color. I sometimes stir in a cup each of raisins and walnuts. —Perlene Hoekema, Lynden, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 146 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Oatmeal Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 loaves (8 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
The aroma from this old-fashioned oat bread will draw your family members to the kitchen so they can sample it fresh from the oven. —Marcia Hostetter, Canton, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 247 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 307mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Maple Bubble Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my family's favorite breakfast bread. With a scrumptious topping of maple syrup and brown sugar, it's the perfect start to a special day.—Hannah Cobb, Owings Mills, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 258 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Blueberry Banana Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
3 mini loaves (5 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Blueberries and bananas combine in these tender, golden loaves. Whether you enjoy a slice as a snack or for breakfast, this bread is so flavorful, you won't need butter. —Sandy Flick, Toledo, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 202 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 172mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Applesauce Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this applesauce bread recipe with plump raisins and crunchy nuts. My kids love a slice in their lunch box or as a snack after school. —Tracey Jo Schley, Sherburn, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 175 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
