Kentucky Butter Cake
Kentucky Butter Cake is a delightful dessert that embodies southern charm with its rich buttery flavor and moist texture. Each slice melts in your mouth, enveloped in a luscious vanilla glaze that adds the perfect touch of sweetness. Ideal for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant dinner parties, this cake will have everyone asking for seconds. With minimal effort, you can create a memorable treat that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup butter (melted, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture alternately with milk until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling slightly, prepare the glaze by whisking melted butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle the warm glaze over the cake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg