Best 2 Country Amish Funeral Cake Recipes

Indulge in the rich history and comforting flavors of the Amish Funeral Cake, a traditional dessert originating from the heart of Amish communities. This moist and flavorful cake holds a special place in Amish culture, often served at gatherings and events, including funerals, as a symbol of community and support. Experience the magic of this classic recipe, which has been passed down through generations, promising a tender, crumbly texture and a harmonious blend of spices that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COUNTRY AMISH FUNERAL CAKE 1965

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Make and share this Country Amish Funeral Cake 1965 recipe from Food.com.

Provided by andypandy

Categories Breads

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup room temp. butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 cups fresh dairy buttermilk, at room temperature
7 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven 350 degrees F.
Grease a 9 x 13 cake pan.
In mixer bowl cream butter and sugars well for three minutes.
In a small bowl whisk the flour and salt.
Add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk.
Beginning and ending with the flour.
Pour into pan and bake.
Bake 35 minutes until top springs back when touched.
Combine all topping ingredients together in a mixer bowl, then stir in the nuts.
When cake is finished, turn temp. to broil.
Pour topping all over the cake, and place under broiler at a distance of 8 inches below.
Broil for three minutes, until brown and bubbling.
Remove cool on rack.
Cut and serve from cake pan.

AMISH FUNNEL CAKE

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I found this recipe a few years ago, having a craving for a funnel cake I found about 10 that sounded good, and simple, but this one was the best tasting one that I found...and yes, of course it would be the last one that I tried out of the 10 or so that I found. Splenda works well in place of sugar also.

Provided by Tayders momma

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 -4 cups flour
3 eggs
2 cups milk
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
powdered sugar, for topping
oil (for frying)

Steps:

Beat the eggs, then add the milk and sugar.
sift 2 cups of flour to baking powder and salt.
add to the milk, sugar, and egg mixture.
mix well, adding more flour to mixture until it becomes a smooth batter and not too thick.
The funnel should have an opening of at least 1/2 inch and be able to hold around a cup of batter.
put your finger over the bottom and add the cup of batter. remove your finger and allow the batter to pour into the center of the oil. Be careful, the oil may splash a little.
gradually 'swirl' the batter outward in a circular motion or criss cross back and forth to make a cake about 7 to 8 inches around.
Check it with a pair of tongs and turn it when the bottom becomes golden brown.
it's usually pretty fragile and will probably try to break on you when flipping. when both sides are done -- remove and place and paper towel to drain oil.
you can top with powdered sugar, syrup,etc --
enjoy. It will make about 6 cakes.
If you don't have a funnel, you can twist a paper plate into a 'funnel', it will probably be a little messy unless you can tape it up or something.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the cake will taste. This is especially true for the butter, eggs, and milk.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, which will make the cake light and airy.
Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
Sift the flour before measuring it: This will help to ensure that the flour is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
Cool the cake completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Country Amish Funeral Cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own preferences. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.