Description
Summer Peach Cake is a delightful dessert that embodies the essence of summer with its luscious, fresh peaches nestled in a soft, buttery cake. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a casual family gathering—this cake’s inviting aroma and stunning presentation are sure to impress your guests. With its easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll be able to whip up this scrumptious treat in no time. Each slice is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making it an irresistible choice for warm-weather celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium peaches
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9" deep-dish pie plate.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, buttermilk, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pie plate and arrange peach slices on top, pressing gently.
- Sprinkle with sparkling sugar and bake for approximately 60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For maximum sweetness, use ripe peaches that yield slightly when pressed. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for an aromatic twist or nuts for added texture.