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Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

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Experience tender, sweet cake studded with fresh peaches, perfectly balanced by a rich, comforting brown sugar frosting. This simple, satisfying recipe offers full instructions and nutrition.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups diced fresh peaches
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup milk

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, cream together the ½ cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (not listed above but essential). In a separate bowl, whisk together the 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt (not listed above but essential). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the ½ cup milk, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the 1 ½ cups diced fresh peaches. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  2. Step 2: Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Step 3: While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup unsalted butter (from ingredients list) over medium heat. Add the ¾ cup packed light brown sugar and ¼ cup milk (from ingredients list), stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat immediately.
  4. Step 4: Sift the 2 cups powdered sugar into a large bowl. Gradually pour the hot brown sugar mixture into the powdered sugar, whisking continuously until smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract (not listed above but essential). If the frosting is too thick, add a tiny bit more milk (1 teaspoon at a time) until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Step 5: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the brown sugar frosting evenly over the top. Allow the frosting to set slightly before serving.

Notes

  • To keep your cake wonderfully moist, store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness, up to 5 days.
  • If storing in the fridge, let slices come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before enjoying, or warm briefly in the microwave (5-10 seconds) for a delightful soft texture.
  • Elevate your slice of Peach Cake by serving it slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
  • For the silkiest brown sugar frosting, ensure you stir the butter, brown sugar, and milk constantly until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture just boils, then remove it from the heat right away to prevent crystallization.
  • Author: olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1g
  • Protein: 48g

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