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Kentucky Butter Cake

Kentucky Butter Cake

This Kentucky Butter Cake is a moist, buttery delight perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 295

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cups whole milk (or buttermilk)
Glaze Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar (for glaze)
  • 0.25 cups milk (for glaze)

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Baking Process
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze made from combining sugar and milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 10g

Notes

Consider adding almond extract or chocolate chips for a unique twist. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or refrigerate for longer storage.

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