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Summer Peach Cake

Mouthwatering Summer Peach Cake: Easy Recipe for Sweet Bliss

This Summer Peach Cake is a sweet and juicy dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free alternative available
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can be replaced with plant-based butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract almond extract is an alternative
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek or non-dairy yogurt
  • 1 can Canned Peaches fresh or frozen peaches work well
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar granulated sugar can be used if needed
  • 2 tbsp Peach Juice orange or lemon juice can be substitutes

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Summer Peach Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in the sour cream gently until well-distributed.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixtures in two parts to the wet batter, mixing gently to combine.
  7. Fold in the chopped peaches carefully, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Whisk together the powdered sugar and peach juice for the glaze, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the cake at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

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