Peach Cake Recipe: Irresistible Summer Delight

Peach Cake Recipe: Irresistible Summer Delight

from optimalrecipes.com
1 servings

Peach cake is a timeless dessert that brings together the juicy, fragrant flavor of ripe peaches with a tender, buttery cake. This delightful treat is perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon teas, or just a simple indulgence at home. I first fell in love with this cake during a summer visit to a quaint little town in Georgia, where the locals shared their secret family recipe with me. Ever since then, it's become a staple in my kitchen whenever peach season rolls around.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, chopped
  • 1/2 cup peach preserves

Directions

  1. 1

    Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan to prevent the cake from sticking.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. This ensures a smooth batter.

  4. 4

    Stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. 5

    In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  6. 6

    Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.

  7. 7

    Gently fold in the chopped peaches to ensure they’re evenly distributed.

  8. 8

    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  9. 9

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle peach preserves over the cooled cake before serving.