Kentucky Buttercream Bundt Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of the Kentucky Buttercream Bundt Cake—a showstopping dessert that's as comforting as it is indulgent. This moist and tender cake combines the tangy richness of buttermilk with the warm sweetness of vanilla for a perfectly balanced flavor in every bite. Baked to golden perfection in a Bundt pan, its crowning glory is a luscious butter glaze that seeps into the crevices, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Simple to make yet irresistibly elegant, this classic Southern-inspired dessert is perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or as the ultimate treat to elevate your coffee break. If you’re searching for a buttery cake recipe that promises to impress, this Kentucky Buttercream Bundt Cake is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and generously grease and flour a 10-cup Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture alternately with 1 cup of buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. Smooth the surface with a spatula to ensure even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges pull away slightly from the pan.
While the cake bakes, prepare the butter glaze by melting 0.5 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in 1.5 cups of powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is cool, drizzle the butter glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to seep into the grooves of the Bundt cake for extra flavor.
Slice and serve your Kentucky Buttercream Bundt Cake on a platter. Enjoy the rich, buttery goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5743 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.3 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.4 g | 647% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1283 mg | 428% | |
| Sodium | 2671 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 879.8 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 599.0 g | ||
| Protein | 73.3 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.6 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 550 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1130 mg | 24% | |
*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.
