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Summer Peach Cake

Delicious Summer Peach Cake that Captures Sunshine in Every Slice

This Summer Peach Cake is a delightful dessert that embodies summer with its juicy peaches and sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups Fresh Peaches Diced; substitute with nectarines or apricots if needed.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can work for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce for a less sweet variant or replace with honey for a natural option.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use vegetable oil for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 3 large Eggs For a vegan option, use applesauce or flaxseed meal.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Can be omitted for low-sodium diets.
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift for a smooth finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Summer Peach Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray, then dust with flour.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs to the creamed mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
  7. Fold in the diced peaches using a spatula until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
  10. Whisk together glaze ingredients and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid excess moisture, cool the cake completely before glazing, and sift powdered sugar for a smooth finish.

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