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Dreamy Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies Recipe: Sweet Bliss in Every Bite

Dreamy Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies Recipe: Irresistible Bliss

Discover the Dreamy Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies, a delightful blend of Southern charm and sweet bliss in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Softened; vegan butter can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adds delicate sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed or chia egg for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Butter Extract Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free blend for adaptations.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps achieve a soft texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Butter Melted; replace with vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Helps dissolve sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cookie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together buttery, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and butter extract until well combined.
  4. Gently fold in all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls and flatten slightly on the baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  7. Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
  8. In a saucepan, melt the butter for glaze, add sugar and water, stirring until dissolved.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  10. Brush or drizzle glaze over warm cookies and allow to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain freshness. For a delightful treat, glaze cookies while warm.

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