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Delicious Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies arranged on a plate

Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies

These Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies capture the rich, buttery essence of the classic Southern dessert in soft, chewy cookie form — easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for any occasion.
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Préparation 15 minutes
Cuisson 12 minutes
Temps total 27 minutes
Portions: 24 cookies
Plat: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk

Équipement

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Préparation
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Enjoy with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!

Notes et conservation

For extra flavor, dust cookies with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light butter glaze. You can also add lemon zest, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips for creative variations.