Kentucky Bourbon Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of the South with this irresistible Kentucky Bourbon Cake, a timeless dessert perfect for any special occasion. This bundt cake is infused with bold Kentucky bourbon, giving it a delightfully warm and distinctive flavor that’s beautifully complemented by toasted pecans throughout. With a tender crumb and a hint of vanilla, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and sophistication. The recipe also features a blend of granulated and brown sugar for added depth and richness, while a light dusting of powdered sugar at the end adds an elegant finishing touch. Simple to make with just 20 minutes of prep, this bourbon cake bakes to golden perfection in only 75 minutes. Moist, buttery, and full of character, this crowd-pleasing dessert is ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or as a show-stopping centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar (packed)
- 5 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Bourbon
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Pecans (chopped, toasted)
- 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 10-inch bundt pan thoroughly and dust it lightly with flour, tapping out any excess.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three portions, alternating with the bourbon and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped, toasted pecans gently with a spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once fully cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 299.7 g | 384% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.8 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1461 mg | 487% | |
| Sodium | 2547 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 576.5 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 558.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1218 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
