Description
Bite into the sweet taste of summer with this Irresistible Summer Peach Cake — a moist, fluffy cake bursting with fresh peaches, perfect for easy dessert ideas or indulgent brunch recipes. Whether you’re after a quick breakfast treat or looking for healthy snack inspiration using fresh fruit, this easy recipe brings summer flavors right to your kitchen. With golden edges, a buttery crumb, and juicy peach slices in every bite, this cake is a must-have for peach lovers and a beautiful addition to any collection of dinner ideas or food ideas for entertaining.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup sour cream
2 tbsp whole milk
2 to 3 medium ripe peaches, sliced
1 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)
Powdered sugar or glaze for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line a standard cake pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and ¾ cup sugar for 3–4 minutes until fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
5. Mix in sour cream and milk until smooth.
6. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined — do not overmix.
7. Gently fold in two-thirds of the peach slices.
8. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Arrange remaining peach slices on top and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sugar.
10. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Tent with foil if it browns too fast.
11. Cool in pan for 10–15 minutes, then remove and let cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle glaze if desired.
Notes
Use ripe but firm peaches for the best flavor and texture.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of almond extract to the batter.
A simple glaze of powdered sugar and lemon juice makes a perfect topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: peach cake, summer dessert, easy peach recipe, fresh fruit cake, peach brunch cake