Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce the added salt in the recipe by half to balance the flavors.

What can I use instead of buttermilk?

Mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice , and let it sit for 5 minutes. It’s a great homemade alternative.

Can I freeze Kentucky Butter Cake?

Absolutely. Wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Can I add flavor variations?

Yes! Try adding a touch of almond extract , rum extract , or even a hint of lemon zest to the glaze for a new twist.

Why is it called “Kentucky Butter Cake”?

The recipe originated in Kentucky and gained fame for its uniquely buttery flavor and simple ingredients a true representation of Southern baking tradition .

Kentucky Butter Cake, Irresistible Southern Classic Dessert

Kentucky Butter Cake: The Southern Dessert Everyone Falls in Love With

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A rich, buttery Southern classic, this Kentucky Butter Cake is soaked in a luscious vanilla glaze that makes it moist, flavorful, and simply irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, this old-fashioned dessert gets even better when it rests overnight.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Total Time: 95 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cake:
1 cup butter, cubed at room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
Butter Glaze:
⅓ cup butter
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
Combine all cake ingredients in a large bowl; mix on low for 30 seconds, then medium for 3 minutes.
Pour into pan and bake 65–75 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the glaze, melt butter, sugar, water, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
Poke holes in the warm cake and pour glaze over while still in the pan.
Cool completely before inverting. For best flavor, let sit overnight.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 514
Sugar: 47.1 g
Sodium: 296.3 mg
Fat: 23 g
Carbohydrates: 71.4 g
Protein: 6.2 g
Cholesterol: 118.5 mg

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