Description

Soft, rich Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies with a tender crumb and a warm vanilla butter glaze that soaks into every bite for an irresistibly moist and buttery finish.

Ingredients

1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tbsp vanilla extract

2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter (for glaze)

3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar (for glaze)

2 tbsp water

2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
For the glaze, combine butter, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until butter melts and sugar dissolves.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Brush glaze generously over slightly warm cookies and allow it to soak in and set before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and tender.

Glaze cookies while warm for best absorption and flavor.

Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

Rolled dough balls can be frozen and baked from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to bake time.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg