Description

This Perfect Peach Cake offers an irresistible flavor with fresh peaches, buttery goodness, and simple prep. It’s the perfect homemade dessert for any gathering.

Ingredients

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150g unsalted butter, at room temperature
320g granulated sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
2 large eggs (about 110g, not including the shell), at room temperature
165g sour cream, at room temperature
250g all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
about 3 fresh peaches, cut into segments
extra granulated sugar for sprinkling (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 330°f / 165°c. Prepare a 10" round cake pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper. Consider extending the parchment for easy removal.
In a mixer, cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla on medium-high until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well each time. Continue to beat for another 2-3 minutes until thick and light.
Measure the sour cream in a small bowl. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Begin adding the flour mixture and sour cream alternately, starting and ending with flour. Mix briefly between additions, then fold gently with a spatula to combine evenly.
Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out to eliminate air bubbles.
Arrange the peach slices on top in a pattern you prefer. If desired, sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Bake for about 55 minutes, checking after 50, until a skewer inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the cake cool in the pan before using the parchment to lift it out onto a serving platter. Optionally, serve with icing sugar, cream, ice cream, or yogurt.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Using fresh peaches gives the best flavor, but canned peaches can also work if drained properly.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
Feel free to add spices like cinnamon for an extra flavor twist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 340
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg