Classic Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Classic Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies. Encapsulate the essence of homestyle comfort. In every bite. These delightful treats. Combine the tender crumb of a traditional butter cake. With the convenience and charm of a handheld cookie. Each one drenched in a luscious, buttery glaze. That sets into a sweet, crackly shell. Perfect for sharing over cups of tea. Or as a sweet treat after dinner. These cookies bring back memories of family gatherings. And the warmth of the kitchen. Where laughter mixes with the aroma of baking. And the simple joys of a well-loved recipe. Each batch. Is a celebration of nostalgia. And the simple pleasures of baking. From the heart.
16 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 eggs whisked
- 1/3 cup butter melted
For the Glaze:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. To ensure it's ready for baking.
- Mix Cookie Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, whisked eggs, and melted butter. Stir until the dough is thick. And fully mixed.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a medium cookie scoop. Or a heaping tablespoon. Place dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 7-8 minutes. Until they are just set.
- Cool: After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 4-5 minutes. Before transferring them to a cooling rack. To cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine butter, sugar, water, and vanilla. Cook over medium-low heat. Whisking continuously. Until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth. About 4 minutes.
- Glaze the Cookies: Spoon a teaspoon of the warm glaze over each cookie. Spreading it out if necessary.
- Finish: Let the glaze set on the cookies. Then sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired. Store the cookies in an airtight container. At room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
To transform these Classic Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies. Into a delightful gluten-free treat. You can easily substitute the regular white cake mix. With a gluten-free white cake mix. Available at most grocery stores. Ensure that the mix you choose. Does not contain any hidden gluten-containing ingredients. Additionally, confirm that the other ingredients, such as the baking powder and vanilla extract in your pantry. Are certified gluten-free. This simple swap allows everyone. Regardless of dietary restrictions. To indulge in the sweet, buttery goodness of these classic cookies. Without compromise.