18 Amish-Inspired Bread Recipes You Need to Try
Updated: Feb. 19, 2023
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.
Amish White Bread
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.
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.
Amish Potato Bread
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.)Take a look at these delicious cranberry bread recipes.
Amish Onion Cake
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.
Country Cinnamon Swirl Bread
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
Dutch Oven Raisin Walnut Bread
On a cold day, nothing is better than a warm, crusty Dutch oven raisin bread filled with walnuts. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home Prep Kitchen Manager
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.
Dutch Apple Loaf
Being of Dutch descent, I knew I had to try this recipe for a moist, fruity quick bread. It freezes well, so I often have a loaf on hand for church bazaars. —Gladys Meyer, Ottumwa, Iowa
Sweet Cornbread
Homemade sweet cornbread is just the ticket for rounding out either a sweet or savory meal, making it the ideal complimentary side dish for everything from eggs in the morning to stews, fish, BBQ, or hearty roasts.
Whole Wheat Bread
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
Old-World Rye Bread
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
Oatmeal Bread
Oatmeal bread is hearty, sweet and filling. It's perfect to serve alongside all your favorite breakfast or brunch foods, or as a snack with jam or jelly.
Maple Bubble Bread
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
Blueberry Banana Bread
Our blueberry banana bread is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their go-to banana bread recipe. It's fresh, bright and oh-so fruity.
Applesauce Cinnamon Bread
This whole wheat apple cinnamon bread recipe contains quite a bit of applesauce, which provides natural sweetness so you use less sugar. As a bonus, it also allows for a minimal amount of oil to be used. —Sherry Craw, Mattoon, IllinoisOriginally Published: November 23, 2020
