Description
Peach crumb cake brings Southern summer sweetness to your dessert table with juicy peaches nestled in a buttery cake base. Delicate crumble topping crowns this classic Southern treat, offering rich layers of flavor that invite you to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 peaches (sliced, or one drained can of peaches, about 15 ounces / 425 grams)
- 1 ½ cups (188 grams) all-purpose flour (for cake batter)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
Cake Base Ingredients:
- 1 stick (113 grams) butter (softened)
- ½ cup (100 grams) sugar (for creaming with butter)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Crumb Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) light brown sugar
- 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113 grams) melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease a 9-inch round baking pan with butter, then dust with flour, carefully removing any excess.
- In a medium mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to ensure smooth integration of dry ingredients.
- In a separate large bowl, cream granulated sugar and softened butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Incorporate vanilla extract into the butter mixture, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a consistent texture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream to create a smooth, well-combined batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Arrange fresh peach slices in a decorative pattern across the top of the batter, gently pressing them slightly into the surface.
- Prepare the crumb topping by combining brown sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Pour melted butter into the dry crumb mixture, stirring until small, irregular clumps form.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping generously and evenly over the peach-covered batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top achieves a golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.
- Serve at room temperature, optionally accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Capture summer’s sweetness with this Southern-style dessert that transforms ripe peaches into a mouthwatering crumb cake.
- Perfectly balanced between tender cake and crunchy topping, each slice promises a delightful texture explosion of flavors.
- Fresh peaches are the star, creating juicy pockets that burst with natural sweetness throughout the entire cake.
- Crumb topping adds a delectable cinnamon-kissed crunch that elevates this classic Southern treat from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Baking this cake fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma of warm spices and caramelized fruit that promises pure comfort.
- Serve warm for maximum enjoyment, letting the soft cake and crisp topping create a sensational dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg