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Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

A warm, fragrant cake filled with juicy peaches and topped with silky brown sugar frosting, perfect for any gathering or cozy night at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, diced Use ripe peaches for better flavor
  • 1/4 cup milk For cake batter
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter For frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
  5. Gently fold in the diced peaches.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat together the butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix well, adjusting with milk for desired consistency.
Finishing
  1. Frost the cake once it’s cooled and serve.

Notes

This cake is safe to store in the fridge for about 3-5 days in an airtight container and freezes beautifully. Ripe peaches add great flavor and juiciness. You can also substitute apples or berries for variation.