Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies

INGREDIENTS:

For the Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

2 large eggs (room temperature)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

For the Butter Glaze:

½ cup unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

¼ cup water

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins:

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

½ cup white chocolate chips

Sprinkles (for decoration)

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2–3 minutes on medium speed.

Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5: Scoop and Shape

Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers …