Kentucky Butter Cake: Velvety Crumb

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 10-inch Bundt pan with butter and a dusting of flour.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until pale and fluffy, then beat in the eggs one by one, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. During the final 5 minutes of baking, combine the butter, sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat; stir until the butter is melted and the sugar has dissolved.
8. Pour the hot glaze over the cake immediately after removing it from the oven to allow the syrup to soak into the crumb.