Description
This Fresh Peach Cake is a simple and irresistible summer dessert, featuring juicy, cinnamon-spiced peaches baked into a soft, tender cake. Perfect for showcasing in-season peaches, it’s easy to make in under 2 hours and doesn’t require any complicated decorations—just a dusting of powdered sugar. Whether you’re looking for a comforting treat or an elegant dessert, this peach cake is versatile, customizable, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
½ cup oil (vegetable, olive, or melted coconut oil)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free version)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 cups sliced peaches (about 2 medium peaches, peeling optional)
2 tablespoons sugar (for tossing with peaches)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9-inch springform pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
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In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, Greek yogurt, and lemon zest and juice.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Toss half of the sliced peaches with 1 tablespoon of sugar and cinnamon (optional). Fold the sugared peaches into the batter.
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Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and layer with the cinnamon-sugared peaches.
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Add the rest of the batter and top with the remaining peaches.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
You can substitute the Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free option.
Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture.
If using frozen peaches, thaw and drain them before using to prevent excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
