The Ultimate Recipe for Kentucky Butter Cake

1. Preheat & Prep 🔥:

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
• Generously grease and flour a bundt pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick. 🧈

2. Make the Cake Batter 🎂:

• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
• Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix! ✨

3. Bake the Cake 🍰:

• Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack.

4. Make the Butter Sauce 🍯:

• While the cake is baking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Add the sugar and water, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
• Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Glaze the Cake ✨:

• While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the top (use a skewer or toothpick).
• Slowly pour the butter sauce over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes for maximum flavor. 🍯
• Let the cake cool completely before serving to let the flavors meld.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• Serve slices of Kentucky Butter Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍨 or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat! 🍦
• You can dust the top with powdered sugar for a pretty finish. ✨

📝 Recipe Tips:

• No Buttermilk? 🥛 No worries! Make your own by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
• Make Ahead: This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors intensify. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

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Happy baking! 🧁💕