Cherry Vanilla Friendship Bread

Indulge in the sweet, nostalgic flavors of Cherry Vanilla Friendship Bread, a delightful twist on the classic Amish Friendship Bread that brings together juicy cherries, creamy vanilla pudding mix, and a hint of almond crunch. This moist and fragrant quick bread is easy to whip up with pantry staples like buttermilk, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract, while fresh, chopped cherries take center stage for a burst of natural sweetness in every bite. Perfectly golden and baked to fluffy perfection, this loaf is ideal for sharing with friends and family over coffee or tea, living up to its "friendship" name. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this recipe, ready in just under 1.5 hours, is sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1.5 cups Cherries, pitted and chopped
• 3.4 ounces Vanilla pudding mix (instant)
• 0.25 cups Sliced almonds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped cherries and vanilla pudding mix until evenly distributed. If using, also fold in the sliced almonds.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Slice and share this cherry vanilla friendship bread with loved ones or enjoy it yourself with a cup of tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1267.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3505.3

Total Fat 138.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 398.8mg	0%
Sodium 4315.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 525.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 305.5g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 208.9IU	0%
Calcium 475.5mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1439.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 58.9%