Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 cup poppy seeds
2 packages instant lemon pudding mix
1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup applesauce
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Amish Friendship Bread is a sweet, sourdough-like bread that is made with a starter that is often shared with friends and family to continue the tradition. Lemon Poppy Seed Amish Friendship Bread is a zesty variation of the classic recipe that is sure to please. This recipe adds the tangy flavors of lemon pudding mix and poppy seeds to create a sweet and tart bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This recipe makes two loaves, making it perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and poppy seeds.
3.Add the lemon pudding mix, Amish Friendship Bread Starter, eggs, milk, applesauce, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil, and stir until just combined.
4.Pour the batter into the prepared pans, and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5.Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and allowing it to cool completely on a wire rack.

PROS

Lemon Poppy Seed Amish Friendship Bread is a moist, flavorful, and tangy bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

The lemon pudding mix gives this bread an extra burst of tanginess that is sure to satisfy.

CONS

This bread is quite high in sugar and calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The poppy seeds have been linked to supporting heart health and reducing inflammation.

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