Kentucky Butter Cake Recipe

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Kentucky Butter Cake is a moist, buttery cake that’s incredibly delicious and easy to make. This classic Southern cake is soaked in a sweet butter glaze that adds a rich, decadent flavor to each bite. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to be a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Butter Glaze:

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan:
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan, ensuring all crevices are covered to prevent sticking.
  1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  1. Cream Butter and Eggs:
  • In a separate bowl, cream the butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  1. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
  • Mix until just combined.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  1. Bake the Cake:
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  • Smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  1. Prepare the Butter Glaze:
  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and water.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  1. Glaze the Cake:
  • Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  • Use a skewer or fork to poke holes all over the cake.
  • Slowly pour the warm butter glaze over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  • Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  1. Serve:
  • Slice and serve the cake on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Enjoy your delicious Kentucky Butter Cake!

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