Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake Recipe
Experience the rich flavors of Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake, a delightful dessert that combines buttery goodness with a hint of bourbon. This moist cake features a dense texture, enhanced by a sweet glaze. Perfect for special occasions or gatherings, it’s a unique treat that beautifully showcases the warmth and character of Kentucky’s finest!
Equipment
- Bundt cake pan (10-inch)
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Saucepan
- Cooling rack
- Toothpick or cake tester
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Kentucky bourbon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Bourbon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan to ensure easy removal of the cake after baking.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving a light texture.
Step 3: Add the Eggs
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This helps to incorporate air, making your cake even fluffier.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents.
Step 5: Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients
- To the butter-sugar mixture, add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Then, fold in the bourbon and vanilla extract.
Step 6: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Prepare the Glaze
- While the cake is baking, prepare the bourbon glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, bourbon, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if necessary.
Step 8: Cool and Glaze the Cake
- Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack. Once completely cool, drizzle the bourbon glaze over the cake.