kentucky butter cake

(2 RATINGS)
174 Pinches
Atlanta, GA
Updated on Oct 20, 2010

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

  • Step 1
    Heat 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.
  • Step 2
    Bake at 325 for 55 to 70 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Step 3
    In 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.
  • Step 4
    *Tip: To substitute for buttermilk, use 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice plus milk to make 1 cup.

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