Description

This Irresistible Summer Peach Cake celebrates juicy, ripe peaches in a tender, buttery crumb, perfect for warm-weather gatherings or simple family treats. Fresh peach slices, coated in lemon juice, blend with vanilla and buttermilk for moistness and a light tang. Baked until golden, it showcases a fragrant, fruit-rich interior and an enticing aroma. Serve it warm or at room temperature to elevate any summer occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup buttermilk
3 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan.
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk until just combined.
Gently fold in the peach slices that have been coated with lemon juice.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and arrange additional peach slices on top if desired.
Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool before removing the ring from the pan and serving.

Notes

Substitute buttermilk with equal parts milk and lemon juice or yogurt if unavailable. Try nectarines or plums in place of peaches for variety. Cake can be made a day ahead; store tightly covered at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 3 days. To freeze, wrap slices well for up to 2 months. If cake is dense, avoid overmixing the batter; ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to maintain a tender crumb.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 cake)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 115mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg