Intro
If you’re a fan of the classic Kentucky Butter Cake, get ready to fall in love with its bite-sized cousin: Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies! These cookies capture all the charm and decadence of the iconic cake with a fraction of the effort and in delightful cookie form. Perfectly soft, sweet, and topped with a rich, buttery glaze, these cookies have a nostalgic taste that takes you right back to cozy moments in the kitchen.
What makes these cookies truly special is their unique glaze – warm, buttery, and just the right amount of sweet. With every bite, you get a melt-in-your-mouth texture, balanced with the tender crumb of the cookie. They’re the kind of cookies that leave a lasting impression, making them ideal for holiday trays, afternoon treats, or any occasion where comfort is on the menu.
Ready to bake? You’ll only need a few pantry staples and about 30 minutes to whip up a batch of these showstoppers. Grab your ingredients and let’s dive into creating these irresistible Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies. They’re sure to be a hit with family, friends, and anyone who’s lucky enough to get a taste!
Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
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 tbsp water
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions:
- Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, whisked eggs, and melted butter, stirring until fully incorporated. The dough will be thick.
- Using a medium-sized cookie scoop or a heaping tablespoon, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes, then remove from the oven. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 4-5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Repeat until all the dough is baked.
- Glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine the glaze ingredients: butter, granulated sugar, water, and vanilla.
- Cook over medium-low heat, whisking continuously until the sugar dissolves, about 4 minutes.
- Spoon a teaspoon of glaze over each cooled cookie, spreading it as needed.
- Allow the glaze to set before sprinkling with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
Storage Tip:
Keep your Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
