Peaches and Cream Cake

Peaches and Cream Cake

A light, fluffy vanilla cake layered with fresh peaches and whipped cream frosting—perfect for summer!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, room temperature
• ½ cup (120g) sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

For the Filling & Topping:

• 3–4 ripe peaches, peeled & sliced (or 2 cups canned, drained)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for macerating peaches)
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

For the Whipped Cream Frosting:

• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream, chilled
• ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prep the Peaches:

• Toss sliced peaches with lemon juice, sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Let sit 15+ mins to release juices.

2. Make the Cake:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease & line two 8-inch round pans.
• Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
• In another bowl, beat butter & sugar until fluffy (~3 mins). Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
• Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk & sour cream, mixing just until combined.
• Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake 25–30 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

3. Whip the Cream:

• Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

4. Assemble the Cake:

• Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread with ½ the whipped cream and top with ½ the peaches.
• Add the second cake layer, then cover with remaining cream and peaches.
• Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or garnish with mint.

5. Chill & Serve:

• Refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing.

Tips for Success

✔ Use room temp ingredients for a fluffier cake.
✔ Drain excess peach juice to prevent sogginess.
✔ For a sturdier frosting, fold in ¼ cup mascarpone or cream cheese.

This cake is light, fruity, and not too sweet—a crowd-pleaser for any occasion! 🍑🍰

Would you like a single-layer version or a peach cobbler twist? Let me know! 😊