Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. With a buttery cake mix base and a delectable glaze, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests at any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar and water until dissolved. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Spoon warm glaze over cooled cookies, allowing it to soak in before serving.
Notes
For Citrus Variation: Add 1 tsp lemon or orange zest to the cookie dough.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Thaw frozen cookies and warm briefly in the microwave if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 210 kcal
