Kentucky Butter Cake:
Introduction:
Kentucky Butter Cake is a classic American dessert that has roots in the southern part of the United States. Known for its moist, rich texture and buttery flavor, this cake is a true comfort food. It combines the sweetness of a traditional pound cake with a decadent butter sauce that is poured over the warm cake after it’s baked, soaking it with extra flavor.
The result is a dense, slightly sweet, and incredibly moist cake that melts in your mouth. It’s perfect for gatherings, holidays, or simply as a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
For the butter sauce:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
Make the cake batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
Add the eggs:
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Alternate flour and buttermilk: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Bake the cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Prepare the butter sauce: While the cake is baking, prepare the butter sauce.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the sugar, water, and vanilla extract.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Soak the cake: Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Then, poke holes all over the top of the warm cake using a skewer or fork. Slowly pour the butter sauce over the cake, letting it soak in.
Cool and serve: Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, carefully invert the cake onto a serving platter and remove the bundt pan. Slice and serve.
Description:
Kentucky Butter Cake is a rich, buttery dessert that offers a delightful combination of a tender, slightly dense cake soaked in a luscious butter sauce. The cake itself is simple, relying on the quality of butter and vanilla to create a full, rich flavor. The real magic happens when the butter sauce is poured over the warm cake, infusing it with a sweet, buttery glaze that permeates every bite. This cake is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk and is sure to impress anyone who tries it.
Corrections:
Ensure that you always use unsalted butter for both the cake and the butter sauce. Using salted butter could affect the balance of sweetness in the cake.
Be sure to pour the butter sauce over the cake while it is still warm so it can soak in properly, but not so hot that it makes the cake soggy.
The cake must cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a plate to avoid it breaking apart.