Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine the rich, buttery essence of butter cake with the convenience and portability of cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for better mixing.
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs Add one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Use the spoon-and-level method to measure.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk Can be substituted with milk + vinegar or lemon juice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve cookies warm, fresh from the oven, or pair with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. For gifting, arrange in a mason jar tied with a ribbon.