Irresistible Summer Peach Cake
A delightful dessert featuring a soft, buttery base and juicy ripe peaches, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Feel free to sneak a nibble!
- 1 cup buttermilk Homemade works too; just add a splash of vinegar to the milk.
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Fruits
- 3-4 ripe peaches, sliced The stars of the show! Reserve a few for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating it with the buttermilk.
- Fold in the peach slices, reserving a few for topping.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Place the remaining peach slices on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use ripe peaches for the best flavor. A sprinkle of cinnamon can be added for extra flavor. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.