KENTUCKY BUTTER CAKE
If you think you don't need another Bundt cake recipe, this one exists to prove you wrong. Adapted from Nell Lewis of Platte City, Mo., who entered the Pillsbury Bake-Off contest in 1963, it is a favorite of food bloggers and Pinterest lovers alike. On the surface, it's not that different from your typical pound cake, but what makes it special is a vanilla-scented, buttery sugar glaze that's poured over the still-warm cake. Left to sit for several hours before unmolding, the glaze soaks into the cake, making it incredibly tender and rich while leaving behind a delightful sugary crust. There are a lot of variations out there - some with bourbon in place of the vanilla, others with sherry - so feel free to play around.
Provided by Margaux Laskey
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Generously butter and flour (or spray with nonstick cooking spray) a 10-inch tube pan or a 12-cup bundt pan.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or using a handheld mixer, combine the remaining cake ingredients and beat for 3 minutes at medium speed. Pour into prepared pan, level with a spatula and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes.
- Shortly before the cake is done baking, make the butter sauce: Combine the granulated sugar, butter and vanilla with 3 tablespoons water in a saucepan over low heat until the butter just melts. (Do not let the mixture boil, as you do not want the sugar to completely dissolve.)
- As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, leave the cake in its pan and gently poke it all the way through 15 to 20 times with a long wooden skewer or a long-tined fork. Slowly pour warm butter sauce over the cake. Let cool for at least 3 hours before unmolding from pan. Just before serving, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, if desired.
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Tameka Boggs
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake is the perfect ending to any meal.
Amaechi Benjamin
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't stop eating it!
Boud Oran
[email protected]I love the way this Kentucky Butter Cake smells while it's baking. It fills the whole house with a delicious aroma.
Onuoha Nathan
[email protected]This cake is the perfect gift for any occasion. It's sure to be appreciated.
King Ariyan
[email protected]I love the texture of this Kentucky Butter Cake. It's so moist and fluffy.
Elfaa
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake is the perfect cake to serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
SAndronia Williams
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-bowl recipe.
Mst.Hosneara Akter
[email protected]I've made this Kentucky Butter Cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
mohamed abo elmagd
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake is the perfect combination of moist and fluffy. The glaze on top really takes it to the next level.
Jana Jino
[email protected]This cake is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the nutty flavor of the browned butter.
Sumudu Sumudu
[email protected]I love that this Kentucky Butter Cake doesn't require any fancy ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand.
gator Francis
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Yasser Elsharkawy
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe how easy it was to make.
Sean Justg
[email protected]I love this Kentucky Butter Cake recipe because it's so simple to follow. Even a beginner baker can make it.
Tom Pharis
[email protected]This cake was a huge hit at my daughter's birthday party. It was gone in minutes!
Richard Ervin
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake is the best! It's the perfect blend of sweet and moist.
EMAM HOSSEN EMON
[email protected]The flavor of this cake is out of this world! The combination of butter, sugar, and vanilla is just perfect.
Ogboji Og
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that it doesn't require any special ingredients or equipment.
Tamiah Taylor
[email protected]I've made this Kentucky Butter Cake several times now and it always turns out amazing. It's the perfect cake to bring to a potluck or party.
alicia brown
[email protected]This Kentucky Butter Cake was an absolute delight! It was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. Everyone at the party loved it and went back for seconds.