Description
Indulge in the sweetness of summer with this delightful Summer Peach Cake. Bursting with fresh, juicy peaches and complemented by a tender, buttery cake, this dessert is perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or cozy evenings at home. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Whether served warm with whipped cream, chilled with vanilla ice cream, or enjoyed plain, this peach cake is sure to impress. Plus, it keeps well for days, allowing you to savor its deliciousness long after it’s baked.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium peaches
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.
- Peel and slice the peaches into wedges; set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; mix in egg, buttermilk, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish; arrange peach slices on top and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F, then reduce heat to 325°F and bake for an additional 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 37mg