Best 8 Bonnie Butter Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of buttery goodness with Bonnie Butter Cake, a classic recipe passed down from generations. This Southern delight captivates taste buds with its moist, tender crumb, rich flavor, and a delicate aroma that fills the kitchen with warmth and nostalgia. Whether you prefer a classic pound cake simplicity or desire a decadent twist with variations like sour cream, chocolate chip, or even a delightful lemon glaze, this versatile recipe has something for every palate. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect Bonnie Butter Cake with our comprehensive guide, offering step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor, and a collection of delightful variations to tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE



Bonnie Butter Cake image

This is the exact recipe from the cookbook "Betty Crocker Country Favorites." Bonnie Butter Cake has been around for many years, a testament to the delicious flavor and delicate texture of this cake. Treat yourself and use real butter for a rich, old-fashioned taste! The cook time listed is for the 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan.

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 9 x 13 inch pan, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3/4 cups sugar
2/3 cup butter, softened (or margarine, if you have to!)
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
3 cups cake flour (or you can use 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13 x 9 x 2 inches, or 2 round pans, 9 x 1 1/2 inches; lightly flour.
  • Beat sugar, butter/margarine, vanilla and eggs in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in flour, baking powder and salt alternatively with milk on low speed. Pour into pan(s).
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes if using the rectangular pan, 30 to 35 minutes if using the round pans, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool rectangular pan on wire rack. Cool round pans 10 minutes; remove to wire rack. Cool completely.
  • TO MAKE THE FROSTING: Mix all ingredients except vanilla in 2 1/2 quart saucepan. Heat to rapid boil, stirring occasionally. Boil 1 minute without stirring. Place saucepan in bowl of ice and water. Beat until frosting is smooth and of spreading consistency. Stir in vanilla.

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE WITH ITALIAN MERINGUE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Bonnie Butter Cake with Italian Meringue Buttercream Frosting image

I had been looking for a good butter cake recipes for years when I found this recipe. I found this recipe in an old recipe box in a kitchen used for therapies at the hospital I work for. This cake is frosted with an Italian Meringue Butter Cream that I found at www.cakejournal.com . This is Jim's favorite frosting!

Provided by Mary Louise

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 c butter, room temperature
1 3/4 c sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 c flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 c milk
italian meringue buttercream frosting ***(this will frost a 13x9 inch cake or two layer 8 inch cake. double for larger cake.)
1/4 c cold water
1 c plus, 2 tablespoons white sugar
1/2 c egg whites
3 stick butter, room temperature
1 tsp white vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Grease & flour a pan; 13x9x2 or two 9 inch round or three 8 inch round layer pans.
  • 3. In large mixer bowl beat butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla until fluffy. Beat 5 minutes on high speed scraping bowl occasionally.
  • 4. Combine flour, baking powder and salt.
  • 5. On low speed mix in flour alternatively with milk. Do not over beat.
  • 6. Bake oblong pan 45 minutes, layer pans 35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. ***Note*** I have chosen to make three 8 inch layers.
  • 7. Make Italian Merguine Buttercream Frosting. You will need to use your stand mixer. ***Note*** I have cut the original recipe in half for my cake. Half the recipe will frost the cake easily. If your decorating a cake then double this recipe.
  • 8. In the large bowl of your stand mixer with the wire wisk attachment add the egg whites. Beat for two minutes.
  • 9. In a sauce pan bring water and sugar to a boil. Boil for seven minutes. This is your syrup.
  • 10. Slowly add the syrup to the egg whites with the mixer going on high. Continue to beat for 10 minutes.
  • 11. Remove your wire whisk attachment and add your paddle attachment. With mixer on high speed adding the butter a few chunks at a time until all butter is added. Stop the mixer and scrap bowl twice.
  • 12. Add vanilla. Beat again.
  • 13. Use 1/2 cup of frosting and add 2 tablespoons of raspberry seedless jam. I also added a tablespoon of Chambord! Using 1/2 cup of the frosting add 2 ounces of melted sweet chocolate. Make sure the chocolate is cooled down before adding to the frosting. Beat.
  • 14. Cut one cake in half to make two layers. Spread the raspberry frosting on one cake and place the other half back on top. Do the same with the chocolate.
  • 15. Now we have two cakes each with a filling. Place a cake on your favorite cake plate.
  • 16. Use 1/2 cup of the frosting spread this on the cake. Place the other cake on top of this cake.
  • 17. Gently frost the rest of your cake with the remainder of the frosting.
  • 18. NOTE: Double the frosting recipe if you making a layer cake.

BUTTER RUM BONNIE CAKE



Butter Rum Bonnie Cake image

This recipe has a bit of a background. My mother used to make a wonderful cake called a Bonnie Butter Cake - the recipe is listed in the old orange Betty Crocker cookbook she gave me when I moved out of the house. However, upon trying to recreate this cake for my husband, I discovered a shocking secret - the recipe she uses for the frosting (arguably the best part of the cake) wasn't the one referenced by the recipe! It was too late in the day to call her and get the recipe, so I looked for other ideas. A slight adaptation of another frosting recipe for a Butter Rum Glaze led to my husband's announcement that this cake was possibly the best he'd ever eaten! Now I have a "secret" recipe of my own to share!

Provided by queenofeats

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 3/4 cups sugar
2/3 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons rum (or rum flavoring)
1/3 cup butter
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons rum (or rum flavoring)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1 -4 tablespoon hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. While waiting, grease and flour a 13x9 inch pan. You can also use two 9 inch pans or three 8 inch pans if you prefer a layer cake.
  • Start with the cake ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, mix the sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla on low speed until the mixture begins to get fluffy. This usually takes two or three minutes if your butter is nice and soft.
  • Beat the mixture on high speed (the highest your mixer will go!) for five minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl to ensure complete mixing. This step is very important; do not skip it to save time! It will make all the difference in the fluffiness of the cake. The mixture should be pale and resemble cheesecake filling by the time you are finished mixing.
  • Beat in the flour, baking powder, salt and milk alternately on low speed. The mixture will thicken considerably as more flour is added. This is great for giving those arm muscles a workout!
  • Add the rum or rum flavoring and give the mixture a final mix on low speed. You can add a little more rum if you're so inclined, but too much will ruin the consistency of the cake. Save it for the glaze or get yourself a drink!
  • Pour the mixture into your pan(s).
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. For 13x9 pans this is approximately 45-50 minutes; for layers this is approximately 30-35 minutes.
  • Let the cake cool while you make the glaze.
  • Heat the butter in a small saucepan over low heat until it is fully melted.
  • Slowly add the rum or rum flavoring and the powdered sugar. Make sure you take the time to dissolve the sugar, it can take a few minutes to fully melt. The glaze should thicken considerably by the time the last of the sugar is added. You can add more rum than the amount listed if you're so inclined, but too much will cause consistency problems.
  • If the glaze is too thick, add hot water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches the consistency you want. For this cake I prefer leaving it on the thicker side (1-2 tablespoons of water at the most) but it is a matter of personal taste.
  • Add the nutmeg and cinnamon. These spices are optional, but they add a lot of character to the glaze and give it a flavor similar to a hot buttered rum - yum! Add more if you like this combination, the amounts listed are conservative for what my family in particular enjoys!
  • Let the glaze cool for a minute or two and then pour it over the top of the cooled cake. Use a spatula or spoon to help make sure the cake gets fully covered if the glaze is on the thicker side. To really make sure the glaze gets into the cake, you can poke holes in the top of the cake with a fork before pouring - this will help the cake soak up the glaze.
  • Let the cake sit for at least half an hour before serving. This will give the glaze time to harden up a little and become more like a smooth frosting than a wet glaze.
  • Serve and enjoy! You can sprinkle a little extra nutmeg and cinnamon over the top for presentation, but I've found that the taste of the cake requires no bells and whistles to get attention! It may look and feel simple, but this is deceptive once you get a taste of what you've made.

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE WITH FRENCH SILK FROSTING



Bonnie Butter Cake with French Silk Frosting image

One of my husband's favorite cakes is a butter cake with chocolate frosting. In fact, it's pretty much a favorite with just about everyone. I have to say, though, a yellow cake mix just doesn't have the same "pure" flavor that a homemade one does. So, when I make this, I always make it from scratch. This is one of the best...

Provided by Angela (Grammy) Derby

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

CAKE INGREDIENTS:
2/3 c butter, softened
1 3/4 c sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 c all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 c whole milk
FRENCH SILK FROSTING:
2 2/3 c confectioners' sugar
2/3 c butter, softened
2 oz melted unsweetened chocolate (cooled)
3/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350' F. ease and flour baking pan, 13x9x2" or two 9" or three 8" round pans.
  • 2. In large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla until fluffy. Continue beating for 5 minutes on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally.
  • 3. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a separate bowl; add to butter mixture alternately with milk. Pour into pans.
  • 4. Bake oblong for 45-50 minutes, layers 30-35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool.
  • 5. Frost with French Silk Frosting or your favorite chocolate frosting recipe.
  • 6. In small mixer bowl, blend sugar, butter, chocolate and vanilla on low speed. Gradually add milk; beat until smooth and fluffy. Makes enough frosting for two 9" layers or three 8" layers. Variation: This cake is also delicious with a lemon frosting.

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE WITH MAMA'S FUDGE ICING--PART 2



Bonnie Butter Cake with Mama's Fudge Icing--Part 2 image

Hope you'll join my Just a Pinch group: Family Food Traditions--Sharing JOY on the Journey! This is the cake my Mother always made for special occasions. It's the cake my family asks for, too! We use it for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. A slice of this cake, with (or without!) milk, is PERFECT anytime!

Provided by Jamie Wyatt

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 squares unsweetened chocolate
1/2 c milk
2 c sugar
1 stick butter

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter and chocolate; stir in sugar and milk. Heat till sugar melts and let it boil to soft ball 5-6 minutes. Add 1/2 t. vanilla. Stir till it's cool enough to put on cake. (It hardens fast!)
  • 2. NOTE: I put the icing on the first and second layers when it is still a little runny. I pour it over the top when it starts to stay pretty well, so the top looks pretty. I put waxed paper under the edges of the cake, so when the icing drips down, I can pull it back up the sides. After you finish icing the sides of the cake, you can remove the waxed paper at the bottom, so the plate will be clean.

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE WITH MAMA'S FUDGE ICING--PART I-CAKE



Bonnie Butter Cake with Mama's Fudge Icing--Part I-Cake image

Hope you'll join my Just a Pinch group: Family Food Traditions--Sharing JOY on the Journey! This is the cake my Mother always made for special occasions. It's the cake my family asks for, too! We use it for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. A slice of this cake, with (or without!) milk, is PERFECT anytime!

Provided by Jamie Wyatt

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 c soft butter
1 3/4 c sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
3 c sifted cake flour (must use cake flour)
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease well and flour 3-8X1 1/2" cake pans, or 2-9X 1/1/2" square, or an oblong 13X9X2" pan. Beat butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla 5 minutes at high speed on mixer or by hand till fluffy. Sift flour, baking powder, salt. Add in 4 additions alternately with milk. Start and end with dry ingredients. Blend on low speed just until smooth. Bake layers 30-35 minutes, oblong 45-50 min. Use with icing below.
  • 2. ICING RECIPE on SEPARATE PAGE--Bonnie Butter Cake with Mama's Fudge Icing--Part 2v- https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/cake/bonnie-butter-cake-with-mamas-fudge-icing-part.html

BONNIE'S CHOCOLATE WALNUT GOOEY BUTTER CAKE



BONNIE'S CHOCOLATE WALNUT GOOEY BUTTER CAKE image

This decadent chocolate walnut gooey cake is definitely over-the-top. We like to serve it warm, and top it off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Nothing better, and definitely company worthy! It looks unusual, too, with its cookie 'crust' and its carmel colored cream center. This one will be in your "keeper" file....

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Chocolate

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

THE CRUST
1 box fudge or plain chocolate cake mix, super moist, 18.25 ounces (make sure it is not 15 ounce)
1 stick of real butter melted
1 teapoon mexican vanilla
2 large eggs
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips(6 ounces)
THE FILLING
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon mexican vanilla
3 3/4 cups confectioner's sugar, sifted (powdered sugar okay)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and place the rack in the CENTER of the oven.
  • 2. Assemble all the ingredients before you begin. You will need a 9X13 inch pan and a hand mixer. Don't grease the pan.
  • 3. Mix the cake mix, 18.25 ounce size so it will be enough mix to make a ball of dough. Add melted butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of Mexican vanilla. Stir on low to mix with a hand mixer for one minute. Finish mixing the ingredients with a wooden spoon. It will be a stiff dough in the shape of a ball.
  • 4. Put the dough ball in the 9X13 inch pan and pat it down and outward with your fingers. Work it evenly and 1/2 inch up the sides of the pan. SAVE THE BOWL AND THE BEATERS for the filling, no need to wash them.
  • 5. Add the chocolate chips and the chopped nuts to the pan, and spread them evenly over the crust.
  • 6. Mix the cream cheese together until fluffy. Then add the vanilla and the eggs. Beat with a hand mixer 1 minute on low, then scrape the bowl down and beat one minute on more on medium until smooth. Now add the 3 3/4 cups of confectioner's sugar. Beat on 1 minute on medium speed until well mixed.
  • 7. Scrape the sides down with a spatula. Pour the filling onto the chocolate cake mixture in the baking pan. Cover evenly.
  • 8. Smooth the filling with a spatula. Spread it out so it covers the entire pan up to the sides of the crust. It is ready to bake.
  • 9. Bake 40 minutes or so in the 350 degree oven until the sides pull away and are set, and the center jiggles slightly, and starts to turn a light carmel color. Here is what it looks like when it is baked. Cool on a wire rack. When almost cool, slice intoa bar shape -- about 20 slices. I slice once lenthgwise and then turn the pan and slice across it. You should get 20 slices.
  • 10. Have a slice of this gooey cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Enjoy!

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE



Bonnie Butter Cake image

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups sugar
2/3 cup margarine or butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
3 cups cake flour or 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
fudge frosting

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13 x 9 x 2 inches, or 2 round pans, 9 x 1 1/2 inches lightly flour.2. Beat sugar, margarine, vanilla and eggs in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in flour, baking powder and salt alternatively with milk on low speed. Pour into pan(s).3. Bake rectangle 45 to 50 minutes, layers 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool rectangle in pan on wire rack. Cool rounds 10 minutes remove from pans to wire rack. Cool completely.4. Frost rectangle or fill and frost layers with Fudge Frosting.1 SERVING: Calories 395 (Calories from Fat 135) Fat 15g (Saturated 8g) Cholesterol 50mg Sodium 330mg Carbohydrates 63g (Dietary Fiber 1g) Protein 4g.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Ensure Accurate Measurements: Precise measurements are crucial for a successful Bonnie Butter Cake. Use a kitchen scale for dry ingredients and a measuring cup for liquids to ensure accuracy.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients make a world of difference. Opt for unsalted butter, large eggs at room temperature, and pure vanilla extract for the best results.
  • Follow Instructions Carefully: Baking is a science as much as it is an art. Follow the recipe steps meticulously, especially when it comes to creaming the butter and sugar, adding the eggs, and folding in the dry ingredients.
  • Pay Attention to Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the cake while it bakes. Insert a toothpick or cake tester into the center; it should come out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Patience is key. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or serving. This helps it set properly and prevents the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Bonnie Butter Cake is a classic for a reason. Its moist, tender crumb, rich flavor, and velvety frosting make it a beloved treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this recipe is a must-try. With careful attention to detail and a bit of love, you can create a stunning cake that will delight your taste buds and impress your loved ones. Happy Baking!

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