Description
Kentucky Butter Cake is a rich, moist cake drenched in a sweet, buttery syrup that melts in your mouth and is intoxicatingly delicious and enticing.
Ingredients
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For the Bundt Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
For the Glaze:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan thoroughly.
Step 2:
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine all cake ingredients. B
- eat on low until moistened, then increase to medium for 3 minutes.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 3:
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze over low heat until the butter melts.
- Do not boil.
Step 4:
- Once baked, leave the cake in the pan, piercing it all over with a fork.
- Pour the hot glaze over the warm cake, letting it absorb for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Carefully turn out the cake onto a plate, cool, and serve. Dust with confectioner’s sugar if desired.
Equipment
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Hamilton Beach Professional 7-Speed Digital Electric Hand Mixer
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All-Clad Measuring Cup & Spoon Combo Set
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DELARLO Stainless Steel Frying Pan set
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Belwares Mixing Bowls with Lids Set
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- Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender crumb.
- Ensure thorough greasing of your bundt pan to facilitate easy release. Buttering and flouring the pan works best for a smooth finish.
- Forgot to stock up on buttermilk? No worries! Try one of these handy substitutes.
- While this Southern classic shines without icing, a dusting of powdered sugar post-unmolding adds a charming finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Holidays