Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
For the Butter Glaze:
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Mix in the sour cream until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Butter Glaze:
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the sugar and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Glaze the Cookies:
While the cookies are still warm, brush the butter glaze generously over the tops of each cookie.
Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 10-12 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 200 kcal per cookie | Servings: 12-15
