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