Ingredients
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For the Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup whole milk or sour cream
- 2–3 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced thin
Optional Topping
- 1 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (after baking)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter with sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and milk (or sour cream).
- Combine: Add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until smooth. Don’t overdo it.
- Layer peaches: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Arrange peach slices over the top in a circular pattern. Sprinkle with sugar if desired.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool slightly before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
Swap in nectarines or plums if peaches aren’t in season.
Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon or almond extract for a flavor twist.
Use brown sugar for a deeper, caramel flavor.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of yogurt.