kentucky butter cake
(2 RATINGS)
I've never heard of this cake before but I came across it in one of my books. Enjoy!
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yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- CAKE
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk*
- 1 cup butter or margarine,softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla or rum extract
- 4 - eggs
- BUTTER SAUCE
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup butter or margarine
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 to 2 teaspoons vanilla or rum extract
- GARNISH
- 2 to 3 teaspoons powdered sugar
How To Make kentucky butter cake
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Step 1Heat oven to 325. Generously grease and lightly flour 12 cup Bundt pan or 10 inch tube pan. In large bowl, combine all cake ingredients; blend at low speed until moistened. Beat 3 minutes at medium speed. Pour batter into greased and floured pan.
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Step 2Bake at 325 for 55 to 70 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
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Step 3In small saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients; cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until butter melts. DO NOT BOIL. Using long-tined fork, pierce cake 10 to 12 times. Slowly pour hot sauce over warm cake. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes or until sauce is absorbed. Invert cake onto serving plate. Just before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
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Step 4*Tip: To substitute for buttermilk, use 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice plus milk to make 1 cup.
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