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Kentucky Butter Cake


  • Author: karma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes plus cooling
  • Yield: 1 Bundt cake (16 servings)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

The Kentucky Butter Cake is a classic Southern dessert known for its moist texture and rich, buttery taste, complemented by a sweet bourbon-infused glaze. Ideal for any occasion, this cake promises to be the centerpiece of your dining table.


Ingredients

  • Buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt
  • Unsalted butter
  • Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare the Bundt pan.
  2. Mix buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla in a bowl.
  3. Combine dry ingredients, then add butter and buttermilk mixture to form the batter.
  4. Bake, then cool before adding the glaze.
  5. Prepare and apply the glaze, then let the cake absorb it before serving.

Notes

  • High-ratio cake method for tender texture.
  • Allow the glaze to fully soak for best results.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: per serving
  • Calories: 379
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 87mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 254mg