Imagine a dessert so irresistible that it transports you straight to a sunny Southern porch, where the sweet aroma of ripe peaches and freshly baked cake fills the air. This Old Fashioned Peach Cake is not just a recipe; it's a nostalgic journey through generations of home cooking, promising to deliver a slice of pure, unadulterated happiness. Prepare to fall in love with a dessert that combines the juicy sweetness of fresh peaches with a tender, buttery cake that melts in your mouth.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh peaches, sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced peaches with 1/4 cup of sugar. Toss gently to coat the peaches evenly and set aside to allow the juices to release.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold in the sliced peaches along with any juices that have accumulated in the bowl. Ensure the peaches are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
- After cooling, slice the cake into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, you can dust the cake with powdered sugar or serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Tips
- Choose ripe, fragrant peaches for the most intense flavor. If fresh peaches aren't in season, high-quality frozen peaches can be a great alternative.
- Allow your butter and milk to come to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smoother, more evenly textured batter.
- When mixing dry and wet ingredients, use a gentle hand. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense cake instead of a light, tender crumb.
- To prevent peaches from sinking to the bottom, toss them lightly in a bit of flour before folding into the batter.
- For an extra touch of decadence, serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream.
- Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 58g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 45mg
