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Peaches and Cream Cake

A moist and fluffy cake speckled with juicy peach slices and topped with a light, creamy whipped topping, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sliced peaches
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter and dust with flour, or line it with parchment paper.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in the vanilla extract.
  5. Incorporate the flour, baking powder, and salt, alternating with the sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the peach slices gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  10. Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  11. Assemble the cake by layering whipped cream and peach slices, then top with more whipped cream and peach slices.
  12. Serve immediately or chill to let flavors meld.

Notes

This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.

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Keywords: cake, summer dessert, peaches, whipped cream, family recipe