Friendship Cake

Celebrate the joy of baking and sharing with this heartwarming Friendship Cake recipe—a delightful dessert that embodies connection and community. The key to this tender, spiced cake is the unique Friendship Cake starter, a fermenting base that’s often passed from one baker to another, enhancing the spirit of gifting. Infused with warm cinnamon, rich vanilla, and optional add-ins like chopped nuts or dried fruit, this cake is irresistibly moist and flavorful. Perfectly baked in a bundt pan or loaf pans, its golden crust gives way to a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether served as an after-dinner treat or a cozy coffee companion, this cake is a timeless gesture of friendship and love that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to share.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Friendship Cake starter
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.6667 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.6667 cup Milk
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
• 1 cup Chopped dried fruit (optional, such as raisins or dried cherries)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or two 9-inch loaf pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Friendship Cake starter, vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well to incorporate all wet ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until fully combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

If desired, fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruit to add texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s). Use a spatula to smooth the top.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Share slices of this delicious Friendship Cake with loved ones and enjoy its sweet, spiced flavor together!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1532.2 grams (1532.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5602

Total Fat 221.00g	283%
Saturated Fat 31.30g	157%
Polyunsaturated Fat 89.60g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 1149mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 871.20g	317%
Dietary Fiber 32.10g	115%
Total Sugars 562.70g
Protein 77.20g	154%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 390mg	30%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 2636mg	56%

*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: 34.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 60.3%