Introduction:
Kentucky Butter Cake is a classic Southern dessert famous for its rich buttery taste and incredibly wet texture. It’s that simple to concoct, although the results are too good to be true which makes it an ideal occasion dish or just something pleasant at home. The secret of its deliciousness lies in the fact that after baking it remains warm so that butter glaze poured on it while still hot can soak into it making one enjoy such a buttery experience. If you have ever baked before or not, this recipe will help you bake a cake worth remembering.
Ingredients:
For cake;
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For glaze;
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
Instructions:
Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat oven up to 325°F (165°C).
Thoroughly grease and flour a Bundt pan.
Make the Cake Batter:
In one large bowl mix together flour,sugar,salt,baking powder, and baking soda.
Add any remaining ingredients like butter buttermilk,eggs,and vanilla extract to the first mixture
Beat using an electric mixer on low until the ingredients are just combined, then increase speed to medium and beat for 3-4 minutes until smooth batter.
Cake Baking:
Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
Bake for 60-70 minutes or till toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Making Glaze:
Combine sugar, butter and water in a small saucepan.
Continue stirring over medium heat until butter is melted and sugar dissolved.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Cake with Glaze:
Poke holes all over warm cake while it is still in a pan.
Slowly pour glaze onto cake so as to allow soaking.
Invert it onto serving plate after cooling completely inside pan
Hints to Success:
Make sure all materials are at room temperature before blending that gives you a smoother batter.
Grease and flour Bundt pan well to avoid sticking when baking
Pour glaze gradually to enable full absorption by the cake
Benefit on health
While Kentucky Butter Cake can be considered mouthwatering, its high quantities of sugars and fats make it energy packed. Satisfying sweet cravings in moderation may lead to happiness at large.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
Calories: 450
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 105mg
Sodium: 270mg
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 40g
Protein: 4g.
Variations and Substitutions:
The Lemon Butter Cake: In the batter, add zest of one lemon and replace vanilla extract for lemon extract in the glaze.
This Chocolate Butter Cake calls for a twist in the dry ingredients by adding half a cup of cocoa powder.
For more flavor and texture, fold in one cup of chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts into the batter to make Nutty Butter Cake.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes. The next day, the cake tastes exceptionally good because flavors have had enough time to combine well with each other.
Can I freeze Kentucky Butter Cake?
Yes. Before freezing, wrap the cooled cake tightly using both plastic wrap and foil. Let thaw before serving at room temperature.
What can I use instead of buttermilk?
You can leave milk to sit for five minutes after adding one tablespoonful of vinegar or lemon juice to it as a substitute for buttermilk.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, Kentucky Butter Cake is a mouth-watering and heavenly sweet/snack that always brings out the traditional (southern) flavours of baking. Being so rich in butter and moist in texture make it a desert that tastes so good and stands out among many others. Not only is this cake easy to make but it can as well be modified into several delightful versions. For your coffee break with a little slice, for family get together dinner or for gifting purposes Kentucky Butter Cake will absolutely bring happiness with no doubt. Enjoy!