Kentucky Mint Julep Cake
Capture the essence of Southern charm with this Kentucky Mint Julep Cake, a delightful dessert inspired by the iconic bourbon cocktail. Perfect for Derby Day or any festive occasion, this moist and flavorful bundt cake combines the richness of buttery vanilla batter with the refreshing aroma of finely chopped fresh mint and a splash of smooth bourbon. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar and garnished with sprigs of mint, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Simple yet elegant, it's a show-stopping centerpiece for your dessert table, bringing a taste of Kentucky's classic flavors to your home. Indulge in the ultimate mash-up of cocktail and confection in every slice! Keywords: Kentucky Mint Julep Cake, bourbon dessert, mint cake recipe, Southern dessert, Derby Day dessert.
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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
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 0.25 cups Bourbon
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 4 pieces Mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a bundt pan or 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract, chopped mint leaves, and bourbon. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the top of the cooled cake with powdered sugar for garnish.
For additional flair, decorate the cake with fresh mint sprigs before serving to emphasize the mint julep theme.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.5 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 132.6 g | 663% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1290 mg | 430% | |
| Sodium | 2493 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 760.6 g | 277% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 476.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 1220 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.
