If you thought Kentucky Butter Cake was just for special occasions, think again. These cookies bring that buttery, vanilla flavor straight to your everyday snacking. Imagine a rich, soft cookie with a glaze that screams “Southern comfort” and “I’m too lazy to make a whole cake.”
Perfect for those days when you crave dessert but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. So, grab your mixing bowls, channel your inner Southern belle, and get ready to enjoy a cookie that’s both indulgent and effortlessly charming. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you for this delightful shortcut to cake heaven.
Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- For the glaze:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla, beating until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk until a dough forms.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies.
Notes
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a pinch of salt to the glaze for a savory contrast.
- For extra flair, sprinkle cookies with a bit of powdered sugar before serving.
Summary of the Recipe
Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies offer a buttery, vanilla flavor reminiscent of classic Kentucky Butter Cake, minus the hassle of baking a whole cake.
Servings of the Recipe
Makes about 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
$9-$12, depending on ingredient choices and local prices.
Prep Time of the Recipe
15 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
12-15 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
30 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert.
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American.
What Are All the Equipment That Are Required in This Recipe?
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Small saucepan
What Are All the Ingredients and Their Quantity That Are Required in This Recipe?
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- For the glaze:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla, beating until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk until a dough forms.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a pinch of salt to the glaze for a savory contrast.
- For extra flair, sprinkle cookies with a bit of powdered sugar before serving.
