Summer Peach Cake (Simple + ScVanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)ptious)
Indulge in the delightful experience of Summer Peach Cake, a simple yet scrumptious dessert that captures the essence of summer with its fresh peach flavor. This moist cake features juicy peaches layered on a fluffy base, making it an ideal treat for family gatherings, picnics, or cozy evenings at home. Whether served warm with whipped cream or enjoyed plain, this cake is sure to impress guests and satisfy sweet cravings alike. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this delicious treat effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium peaches
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and butter a 9" deep-dish pie plate.
- Peel and slice the peaches into wedges; set aside on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, buttermilk, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and arrange peach slices on top; sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F, then reduce to 325°F and bake for an additional 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg