Description
This Peaches and Cream Cake is a dreamy dessert that combines soft, moist cake layers with sweet peaches and a luscious cream topping. It’s the perfect treat for summer gatherings, holidays, or anytime you’re craving something fruity and indulgent!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup canned or fresh peaches, diced
For the Cream Filling & Topping:
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup peach preserves (optional, for extra flavor)
- Fresh peach slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and milk until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced peaches.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Whipped Cream
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- If using, gently fold in peach preserves for extra peach flavor.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Once the cake is completely cooled, spread a layer of whipped cream over the top.
- Garnish with fresh peach slices for a beautiful finishing touch.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
Slice and serve your Peaches and Cream Cake chilled or at room temperature. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea!
Notes
- Make It a Layer Cake – Slice the cake in half and add a whipped cream and peach filling between the layers.
- Use Canned Peaches – If fresh peaches aren’t in season, canned peaches (drained) work just as well!
- Gluten-Free Option – Swap the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.