Butter Pecan Peach Cake
If you’re in the mood for a delightful dessert that perfectly blends the flavors of buttery richness, nutty pecans, and sweet peaches, then this Butter Pecan Peach Cake is just the recipe you need. This scrumptious cake is a wonderful treat for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. The combination of buttery cake batter, toasted pecans, and juicy peaches creates a harmonious symphony of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Butter Pecan Peach Cake
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
– 2 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the toasted pecans, reserving a few for topping the cake.
7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
8. Arrange the sliced peaches on top of the batter in a decorative pattern.
9. Pour the remaining batter over the peaches, spreading it gently to cover them.
10. Sprinkle the reserved toasted pecans over the top of the cake batter.
11. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
This delicious Butter Pecan Peach Cake is best served slightly warm. The combination of flavors and textures in this cake will surely be a hit with your family and friends. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea in the afternoon or as a sweet ending to a special meal, this cake is sure to bring smiles to all who taste it. Experiment with different fruit combinations or add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade baking with this lovely cake recipe!