Peach Cake
A light and comforting peach cake that fills your kitchen with the inviting aroma of fresh fruit and warm spices, perfect for gatherings or a quiet afternoon.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda helps the cake rise
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon adds warmth and flavor
- 0.25 teaspoons salt enhances sweetness
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened adds moisture and richness
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar sweetens the cake
- 0.25 cups light brown sugar, packed adds depth of flavor
- 1 large egg binds the ingredients together
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract adds flavor
- 1 cup diced fresh peaches, peeled for moisture and sweetness
- 0.33 cups old-fashioned oats adds texture
Streusel Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for streusel topping
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour provides body
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar adds sweetness
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon enhances flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to a suitable temperature and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and stir well until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the diced peaches and old-fashioned oats.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Making the Streusel
- In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon to create a crumbly streusel mix.
- Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the batter in the pan.
Baking
- Bake the cake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
Ensure that the butter is softened and not melted for better cake texture. Allow the cake to cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container.