Peach cake

 A Peach Cake is a delightful dessert, perfect for summer or any time you’re craving something fruity and sweet. The juicy, fragrant peaches pair beautifully with a soft, tender cake base. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Peach Cake:

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🍑 Peach Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier version)

• 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)

• 2 large peaches (peeled and sliced thinly)

For the Topping:

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for sprinkling)

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for added flavor)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or square baking pan. You can also line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Make the Cake Batter:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

• Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

• Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

• Gradually stir in the milk to create a smooth batter.

3. Assemble the Cake:

• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

• Gently arrange the peach slices on top of the cake batter in a decorative pattern. You can slightly press them down into the batter.

4. Topping:

• Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon (if using) evenly over the top of the cake.

5. Bake the Cake:

• Bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

• Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Serve:

• Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. You can serve it as is, or top it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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🔄 Variations:

• Cinnamon Sugar Peach Cake: Add more cinnamon to the batter for an extra warm, spiced flavor.

• Almond Peach Cake: Add a teaspoon of almond extract to the batter for a subtle nutty flavor.

• Peach Streusel Cake: Make a streusel topping with flour, butter, sugar, and a pinch of cinnamon, and sprinkle it over the batter before baking for a crumbly texture.

• Add Nuts: Stir in some chopped pecans or almonds into the batter for added texture and flavor.

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This Peach Cake is light, moist, and full of fresh fruit flavor, making it a great choice for any occasion.