Golden-Brown Pound Cake Loaf with Fresh Peaches
A delightful pound cake infused with fresh peaches, perfect for summer desserts and gatherings.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup milk
Peach Topping
- 3-4 pieces ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for tossing peaches
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice for acidity
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional for warmth
Optional Glaze
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream and milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Peach Preparation
- Toss the sliced peaches with the granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Arrange the peaches on top of the batter, pressing them down gently.
Baking
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Optional Glaze
- For an optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake.
Serving
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To ensure your pound cake loaf is perfectly golden brown, keep an eye on it in the last 10-15 minutes of baking. If browning too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil. Using ripe peaches contributes to the cake’s sweetness and flavor. For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or blueberries.