Peach Cake

🍑 Peach Cake 🍰

This Peach Cake is moist, tender, and bursting with the sweet flavors of fresh peaches. Perfect for a summer dessert or a sweet treat anytime! 🍑✨

Ingredients (Serves 8):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour 🍞
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 🍰
• 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
• 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
• 2 large eggs 🥚
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
• 1/2 cup milk 🥛
• 2-3 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced 🍑
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional) 🍚

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan. 🍰🔥
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
   • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. 🍞🧂
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. 🧈🍬🥚
4. Combine:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until smooth. 🥛🍞
5. Fold in Peaches:
   • Gently fold in the sliced peaches, saving a few for the top of the cake. 🍑🍴
6. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and top with the remaining peach slices. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. ⏲️🔥
7. Cool & Serve:
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional). 🍑🍚

Tips for Success:

• For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. 🍂
• Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence. 🍦
• If peaches aren’t in season, use canned or frozen peaches (thoroughly drained). ❄️🍑

This Peach Cake is perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or anytime you need a slice of sunshine! ☀️🍰🍑