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Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

Delightful Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting Bliss

This Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting offers a magical blend of juicy peaches and rich frosting, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a GF option
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt can enhance flavor
  • 1 cup butter softened; margarine can be used for dairy-free
  • 1 cup sugar coconut sugar can be used for a natural option
  • 3 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure extract for richness
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 2 cups peaches diced; ripe or thawed frozen peaches
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup brown sugar light brown sugar recommended
  • 1/4 cup milk dairy-free alternatives can be used
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifting helps prevent lumps

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Blend in the vanilla extract and sour cream until well incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fold in the diced peaches gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  9. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer it to a wire rack.
  10. In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar, cooking until dissolved.
  11. Add milk and bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla.
  12. Spread frosting over the cooled cake and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose ripe peaches for the best flavor. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

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