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As the summer sun shines brightly, there’s an undeniable urge to indulge in the sweet, refreshing flavors that the season brings. Among the many delights of summer baking, few things can rival the joy of creating a dessert that highlights the bounty of fresh seasonal fruits. One such glorious creation is the Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cake, a delightful treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich, caramel undertones of brown sugar. This cake is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of summer, making it an ideal addition to family gatherings, potlucks, or simply a cozy evening at home.

Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cake

Enjoy the taste of summer with this delightful Brown Sugar Peach Cake! Bursting with juicy, fresh peaches and a hint of cinnamon, this easy recipe combines brown sugar and buttermilk for a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home, it’s quick to whip up and even quicker to disappear. Serve it warm or at room temperature with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Dive into this sweet summer delight!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

    Prepare Peaches: Hold off on preparing the peaches just yet; set them aside.

      Cream Sugar and Butter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

        Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, incorporating well. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.

          Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

            Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

              Fold in Peaches: Gently fold in the diced peaches into the batter, being careful not to break them apart too much.

                Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Serve: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve this delicious peach cake at room temperature or slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 8-10 slices