Kentucky Butter Cake is a delicious and moist dessert with a rich buttery flavor. While it’s traditionally baked in an oven, you can try adapting the recipe for an air fryer. Keep in mind that air fryers have different capacities and settings, so you may need to adjust the cooking time based on your specific device. Here’s a basic adaptation for an air fryer Kentucky Butter Cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
For the Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C). If your air fryer has a cake/pizza setting, use that.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Grease a cake pan that fits into your air fryer. Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly.
- Place the cake pan in the air fryer basket and air fry at 325°F (160°C) for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean when the cake is done.
- While the cake is cooking, prepare the butter sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add the sugar and water, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- When the cake is done, remove it from the air fryer, and while it’s still warm, poke holes all over the top with a skewer or fork.
- Pour the warm butter sauce over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Slice and enjoy your delicious air fryer Kentucky Butter Cake! Remember, air fryers can vary, so keep an eye on the cake to ensure it’s cooked to your liking.
