Summer Peach Cake (Simple + Scrumptious)
Summer Peach Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its juicy peaches nestled in a soft, golden cake. This simple yet scrumptious recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a picnic with friends. With minimal preparation time and a few basic ingredients, you’ll create a treat that everyone will adore. The cake can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 your oven to 350°F and butter a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.
- Peel and slice the peaches into wedges; pat them dry on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate and arrange peach slices on top.
- Sprinkle with sparkling sugar and bake for about 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg