Description
A moist and fluffy cake featuring the sweetness of ripe peaches paired with rich brown sugar, creating a delightful summer dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar (for icing)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a consistent batter.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, infusing delightful flavor into the base.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until fully combined for a smooth batter.
- Fold in the sliced peaches, allowing them to nestle into the batter.
- Pour the prepared batter into the greased pan and smooth the top for even baking.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the icing by combining the brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
- Remove from heat and allow the icing to cool slightly, thickening as it does.
- Once the cake has cooled, pour the brown sugar caramel icing over the top.
- Slice generously to share and enjoy your Brown Sugar Peach Cake!
Notes
For best results, use ripe peaches and consider adding a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: peach cake, brown sugar, summer dessert, homemade cake, fruit dessert