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Summer Peach Cake

Delicious Summer Peach Cake for a Sweet Seasonal Treat

This Summer Peach Cake captures the essence of sunny days with ripe peaches, making it a delightful seasonal dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups chopped peaches Use ripe, fresh, or well-drained canned/frozen peaches for a burst of flavor.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 2 large eggs Essential for binding.
  • cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free 1:1 blend can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent for the cake.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth and aroma.
  • ½ cup milk Provides necessary moisture.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Gives the glaze sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons additional milk Adjusts the consistency of the glaze.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with ½ cup of milk.
  6. Fold in 2 cups of chopped peaches gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk for the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with vanilla bean ice cream or a fresh berry salad for a delightful pairing.

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