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Brown Sugar Peach Cake

Brown Sugar Peach Cake
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Brown Sugar Peach Cake is a sweet, moist dessert that beautifully combines the rich caramel notes of brown sugar with the juicy, natural sweetness of fresh peaches. It features a tender crumb and a perfect balance of flavors, making it ideal for any occasion from casual family dinners to special celebrations. Easy to make with simple pantry staples and fresh fruit, this cake can be enjoyed warm or chilled for a refreshing treat.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Other Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peaches: Peel and slice fresh peaches into thin wedges, then gently toss them with a bit of brown sugar to bring out their natural juices. This ensures the peaches remain juicy and flavorful when baked.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt for a consistent texture.
  3. Cream Butter and Brown Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the unsalted butter with brown sugar until light and fluffy. This incorporates air for a tender crumb and enhances the caramel sweetness.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring the batter is smooth and well combined to maintain moisture and flavor.
  5. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add the flour mixture and milk in alternating batches, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in the Peaches: Carefully fold the peach slices into the batter, spreading them evenly to ensure every slice of cake has some fruity goodness.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 40-45 minutes.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors settle and the texture firm up just enough for perfect slicing.

Notes

  • Use ripe peaches for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • Mix ingredients just until combined to keep the cake light and airy.
  • Grease the cake pan well or line with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Check for doneness starting at 35 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  • Let the cake cool before cutting to maintain structure and texture.

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Keywords: brown sugar, peach cake, moist cake, summer dessert, easy cake recipe, fruit cake, gluten free option, vegan adaptation

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