Description
Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining rich buttery flavors with a soft, chewy texture. These cookies are drizzled with a sweet glaze, making them visually appealing and utterly irresistible. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, they promise to satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins, these cookies will quickly become a cherished recipe in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before glazing.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth; drizzle over warm cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg