Description
These Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic butter cake, transformed into soft, glazed cookies that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and simply melt in your mouth, with a rich buttery flavor that is sure to please.
Ingredients
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Main Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Butter Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Form and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the glaze: Combine butter, sugar, and water in a saucepan, stir until dissolved, and add vanilla.
- Glaze the cookies: Brush warm butter glaze over the cookies as soon as they come out of the oven.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These cookies are best enjoyed the next day for optimal flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
