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Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting: Summer's Sweet Escape

Enjoy a delightful Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting, a perfect summer dessert showcasing juicy peaches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be a substitution.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda Always check the expiration date.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Vital for balance in sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Consider reducing slightly for less sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter Margarine can be substituted if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs For a vegan option, consider flaxseed eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure vanilla is the best choice.
  • 0.5 cups Sour cream Greek yogurt can be an alternative.
  • 2 cups Fresh peaches (diced) Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and dried.
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter Use softened butter for ease.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Light or dark brown sugar both work.
  • 0.25 cups Milk Whole milk or a dairy-free alternative can be used.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sift it to avoid lumps.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract A bit of lemon juice can also brighten it up.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Stir in vanilla and sour cream until smooth.
  6. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in diced peaches evenly into the batter.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then on a wire rack.
  10. In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and milk, boil and simmer for 2 minutes.
  11. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  12. Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose ripe peaches for best flavor. Check the cake at 30 minutes for doneness to ensure perfect results.

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