Kentucky Butter Cake with Rich Buttery Glaze
Kentucky Butter Cake is a dense yet soft vanilla cake soaked in a luscious butter glaze.It features a slightly crisp outer crust with a moist interior.The glaze enhances both flavor and texture, making it uniquely rich.This cake is easy to prepare with everyday ingredients.Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or everyday indulgence.A true Southern classic loved for its simplicity and taste.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
For the Butter Glaze:
- ¾ cup sugar
- ⅓ cup butter
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a bundt pan.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine dry ingredients.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Buttermilk adds tenderness and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Grease the pan thoroughly to avoid sticking.
- Let glaze soak fully before removing cake.
- Use real butter for authentic taste.
- A bundt pan gives the classic shape.
- Cake tastes even better the next day.