How to Make Pennsylvania Dutch Funny Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pennsylvania Dutch Funny Cakes are a traditional dessert that dates back to the early days of Pennsylvania Dutch country. This delightful treat is a cross between a pancake and a crepe, and it's filled with a sweet, rich, and creamy filling that will have you coming back for seconds.

What makes Pennsylvania Dutch Funny Cakes unique is their preparation method. Unlike traditional pancakes or crepes, Funny Cakes are cooked in a pan on the stovetop and then filled with a sweet, custard-l...

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Ingredients

  • 3 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 to 9 - inch cakes

  • Combine 1 cup sugar, cocoa, water, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat to the boiling point, but do not boil. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1 1/2 cup sugar and butter. Beat in eggs. Stir in milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; mix into the creamed mixture. Divide batter into the pastry shells. Pour 1/3 of the cocoa mixture on top of the cake batter in each pastry shell.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or till cake is done.
  • Nutrition

    195 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 130mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 52mg