Brown Sugar Peach Cake
A comforting and versatile peach cake made with brown sugar, perfect for any occasion, from breakfasts to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
- 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar adds sweetness
- 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 1.5 cups buttermilk adds moisture and richness
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted adds richness and moisture
- 1.5 cups canned or fresh diced peaches, drained if using canned provides natural sweetness and texture
- 0.25 cups peach juice or syrup adds moisture and enhances peach flavor
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
- 1-2 tablespoons milk for consistency in frosting
- 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warmth to flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and grease a baking pan gently.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk and melted butter until combined.
- Gradually pour the butter-and-buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined.
- Fold in the diced peaches along with the peach juice or syrup.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Frosting
- While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly on top.
Serving
- Slice and serve the cake at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, drain canned peaches well and consider tossing them in flour before adding to the batter. If you prefer a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached. Store leftovers in an airtight container.