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Mennonite Funny Cake Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie (8 servings) 1x

Description

Mennonite Funny Cake Pie is a delightful dessert featuring a rich chocolate topping poured over a tender, vanilla-infused cake base baked in a flaky pie crust. This unique layered treat combines a moist cake with a luscious chocolate syrup, making it a comforting and visually appealing pie perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

Chocolate Syrup

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Cake Batter

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ⅛ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pie crust: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust on a baking sheet to be ready for filling.
  2. Make chocolate syrup: In a saucepan, whisk together ½ cup sugar and cocoa powder. Add water and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Finish chocolate syrup: Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and let the chocolate syrup cool slightly to thicken a bit.
  4. Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the remaining ½ cup sugar until light and fluffy, which will give the cake a tender texture.
  5. Add egg and vanilla: Beat the egg into the creamed mixture along with the remaining ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt, ensuring even distribution of leavening agents.
  7. Mix batter: Alternately add the dry flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the cake light.
  8. Fill pie crust: Pour the prepared cake batter evenly into the pie crust, smoothing the top to create an even surface.
  9. Add chocolate topping: Carefully pour the cooled chocolate syrup over the cake batter without stirring, allowing it to sink in and create the signature layered effect.
  10. Bake the pie: Place the pie on the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool before serving: Remove the pie from the oven and cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes to set the layers before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Using a baking sheet under the pie crust helps catch any drips from the syrup while baking.
  • Let the chocolate syrup cool slightly before pouring to avoid mixing into the cake batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  • The pie can be served warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Mennonite Funny Cake Pie, chocolate pie, layered pie, classic dessert, easy pie recipe, chocolate cake pie, homemade pie, vintage recipe

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