Kentucky Butter Cake

Introduction

Kentucky Butter Cake is a classic Southern dessert known for its rich, tender crumb and irresistible buttery glaze that soaks into every bite. It’s simple, comforting, and incredibly delicious—perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or when you want a cake that delivers big flavor without complicated steps. The magic lies in the warm butter glaze poured over the cake, creating a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture that keeps everyone coming back for another slice.

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Butter Glaze

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons water

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Cake

1. Preheat the oven:
   Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or tube pan thoroughly.

2. Whisk dry ingredients:
   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugar:
   In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy—about 3–4 minutes.

4. Add eggs:
   Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

5. Add dry ingredients and buttermilk:
   Add the dry mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
   Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Pour into pan:
   Spread the batter evenly into the prepared bundt or tube pan.

7. Bake:
   Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Make the Butter Glaze

8. Heat the glaze:
   In a small saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved but do not boil.
   Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

9. Glaze the cake:
   While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over it with a skewer or toothpick.
   Slowly pour the warm glaze over the cake so it soaks in completely.

10. Cool and serve:
    Allow the cake to cool fully in the pan so it absorbs all the buttery goodness. Then invert onto a serving plate and enjoy!

Conclusion

Kentucky Butter Cake is the perfect blend of simplicity and indulgence—soft, buttery, and wonderfully moist thanks to its signature glaze. It’s a timeless dessert that tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for gatherings or make-ahead treats. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with fresh berries for a delightful finish!

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