Kentucky Butter Cookie Recipe

Kentucky Butter Cookies are soft, buttery, and lightly sweet treats that simply melt in your mouth. Inspired by the flavors of the famous Kentucky butter cake, these cookies have a delicate vanilla flavor with a subtle glaze that makes them irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

• For the Cookies:
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• For the Glaze:
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add the flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten with the bottom of a glass or fork.
4. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
6. While the cookies are still slightly warm, spoon or brush the glaze on top. Let set before serving.