Kentucky Butter Cake is a rich and moist dessert that’s known for its buttery flavor and dense texture. It’s a classic Southern dessert that has become popular across the United States. Here’s a basic recipe for making Kentucky Butter Cake:
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the butter sauce:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the butter sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately poke holes all over the surface with a skewer or fork.
- Pour the butter sauce over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then invert it onto a serving platter to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the Kentucky Butter Cake, optionally dusting with powdered sugar or serving with a dollop of whipped cream.
Enjoy this delicious, buttery treat!
