Description

Are you ready to elevate your dessert game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor, nostalgia, and just the right amount of crumbly goodness? Enter the Southern Peach Crumb Cake! This delightful cake is like a warm hug from your grandma on a sunny afternoon, perfect for impressing your family or treating yourself after a long day. With juicy peaches and a buttery crumble, this recipe is perfect for any occasion, and the best part? It’s super easy to whip up, even for the busiest bee in the hive!

Ingredients

Scale

1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×13 inch baking dish. This baby is going to bubble and ooze, and we don’t want it to cling to the pan like an overly clingy friend!
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. This is your dry mixture, and it’s going to help the cake rise like a champ!
Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy. It should spill sunshine—if it doesn’t, you might need to whip a little longer!
Add the Eggs: Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. This is where the magic begins, trust me!
Stir in Vanilla: Next, add the vanilla extract and stir to incorporate that lovely aroma. Seriously, if you could bottle this scent, you’d be rich!
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overdo it here; we want a tender crumb rather than a tough cake.
Fold in the Peaches: Now, gently fold in those luscious diced peaches. It might feel like you’re hugging them before they go into the oven, and honestly, that’s okay!
Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. That golden crust is going to be so tempting!
Cool before Serving: Once out of the oven, let it cool for a bit before slicing. Remember, patience is a virtue, and your eager taste testers will thank you for the wait!

Notes

Peachy Variations: Don’t have fresh peaches? No worries! You can use frozen peaches, just make sure to thaw and drain them first.
Add a Twist: Feeling adventurous? Toss in some chopped nuts or a scoop of chocolate chips for added texture. Who says you have to follow the rules?
Storage: This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days—if it lasts that long!