Description
Indulge in the flavors of summer with this delightful Summer Peach Cake, a moist and tender dessert that perfectly highlights the sweetness of fresh peaches. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this cake is easy to prepare, requiring only simple ingredients. Its golden crust and juicy peach topping make each slice a seasonal favorite. Enjoy it on its own, or elevate your experience by serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. This versatile cake embodies the essence of summer and will surely become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe peaches
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Sparkling sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9" deep-dish pie plate.
- Peel and slice peaches; set aside on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; blend in egg, buttermilk, and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients until combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan; top with peach slices and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F, then reduce to 325°F for an additional 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg