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Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert perfect for summer gatherings or cozy evenings. Featuring tender slices of fresh or canned peaches layered with a cinnamon-spiced brown sugar topping, this cake combines buttery richness with fruity sweetness. Its simple preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, and it pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or ice cream.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh or canned sliced peaches (drained if canned)

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch or 9-inch round baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cake texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure thorough mixing. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to combine the leavening agents and seasoning evenly.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in Peaches: Gently fold half of the sliced peaches into the batter to distribute the fruit evenly without breaking it down.
  7. Assemble Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Arrange the remaining peach slices decoratively on top.
  8. Add Topping: Mix the tablespoon of brown sugar with the ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the arranged peaches to create a sweet, spiced crust.
  9. Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Notes

  • This cake is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
  • Serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
  • Frozen peaches, thawed and well-drained, can be substituted when fresh peaches are out of season.

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