Dreamy Peach Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert that brings together the luscious sweetness of peaches with the tender crumb of a classic cake. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a total time of 1 hour, this recipe is perfect for when you’re craving something homemade and comforting but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. 🍑🍰
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the ingredients and instructions you’ll need to create this dreamy dessert:
Dreamy Peach Upside Down Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup butter (for the topping)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Fresh peaches (enough to cover the bottom of the pan)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is preheating, take a moment to prepare your ingredients and equipment.
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Prepare the pan: Take a 9×9-inch pan and generously grease it with butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
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Create the peach topping: Melt 1/3 cup of butter in the prepared pan, ensuring that it coats the bottom evenly. Once melted, sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter, spreading it out evenly. Arrange the fresh peach slices over the brown sugar, covering the bottom of the pan in a single layer.
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Prepare the cake batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup of butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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Alternate additions: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined after each addition. This will help ensure a tender crumb in your cake batter.
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Pour over peaches: Once the batter is smooth and well combined, pour it over the arranged peaches in the prepared pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly, covering the peaches completely.
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Bake to perfection: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Keep an eye on the cake towards the end of the baking time to prevent over-browning.
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Cool and invert: Once the cake is baked through, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This will allow the caramelized topping to set slightly. After 10 minutes, carefully invert the cake onto a serving platter, allowing the peaches and caramelized sugar to become the topping of your beautiful upside-down cake.
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Serve and enjoy: Slice the Dreamy Peach Upside Down Cake into generous portions and serve it warm or at room temperature. This cake pairs perfectly with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Whether you’re serving it for dessert after a family dinner or enjoying a slice with your morning coffee, this Dreamy Peach Upside Down Cake is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. With its moist crumb, caramelized peach topping, and hint of vanilla, it’s a delightful treat for any occasion. Enjoy! 🍑🍰
