Description
Delight in the rich, buttery goodness of Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies. These soft, golden cookies blend classic flavors of vanilla, butter, and a hint of crunch from chopped pecans, perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and bake, they offer a comforting homemade treat that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract thoroughly until fully combined, ensuring even flavor throughout your dough.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until the dough just comes together without overmixing.
- Add Pecans (Optional): Fold in the chopped pecans carefully if you want that added nutty crunch and flavor.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a beautiful golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven, and let them cool on a wire rack before serving to allow them to set and develop their full flavor.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans.
- Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for the best dough consistency.
- Do not overbake; cookies continue to cook slightly after removal from the oven.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness up to one week.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
