Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 eggs {whisked}
- 1/3 cup butter {melted}
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp vanilla
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Combine cookie ingredients in large bowl and mix until completely incorporated. NOTE: Dough will be thick.Using a medium sized cookie scoop {or heaping tablespoon}, scoop cookies onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.Bake for 7-8 minutes, remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheet for 4-5 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack. Repeat until all of the dough is baked.
- 2
Combine the glaze ingredients in a small sauce pan. Cook over medium-low heat until the sugar is dissolved {it took about 4 minutes}, being sure to whisk the whole time. Spoon a teaspoon of glaze over each cookie and spread out, if necessary.
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting, buttery goodness of a Kentucky Butter Cake but want it in a perfectly portioned, easy-to-share form? These Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies deliver all those beloved flavors in a simple cookie, made even easier with a convenient cake mix.
Why These Cookies Work
This recipe shines by capturing all the buttery flavors of the traditional Kentucky Butter Cake and translating them into a delightful cookie. Using a white cake mix as the base streamlines the process significantly, allowing you to achieve complex flavors with minimal fuss. It’s a clever way to enjoy a classic dessert in a new, accessible format.
What to Expect
You're in for a treat that truly embodies its cake namesake. These cookies offer a wonderfully soft, moist texture that mimics a tender cake, infused throughout with rich, sweet butteriness. They're designed to be a straightforward baking project, delivering impressive results without requiring advanced techniques. Each bite is a sweet, buttery escape, reminiscent of a treasured homemade cake.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is specifically crafted to replicate the unique, buttery essence of a Kentucky Butter Cake, making it perfect as is. The combination of white cake mix, butter, eggs, sugar, and vanilla creates a distinct flavor profile that doesn't need much alteration to shine. Its inherent simplicity is part of its charm.
Serving & Context
These Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies are perfect for any occasion where you want to share a touch of sweet Southern comfort. Serve them as a dessert after a family meal, bring them to a potluck, or simply enjoy them as a delightful treat with your afternoon coffee or tea. Their comforting flavor makes them a welcome addition to any gathering.