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Brown Sugar Peach Cake Recipe

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This Brown Sugar Peach Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring a yellow cake base infused with fresh peaches and peach nectar. Topped with a luscious brown sugar glaze that sets into a delicate sugary crust, this cake combines the natural sweetness of peaches with a rich, creamy frosting for a perfect summertime treat or a comforting dessert any time of year.

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Cake

  • 15 ounces yellow cake mix (such as Duncan Hines)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup peach nectar or peach juice
  • Drop of orange food coloring (optional)
  • 1 pound peeled and chopped peaches (about 3-4 peaches)

Brown Sugar Glaze

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it reaches the correct baking temperature while you prepare the cake batter.
  2. Prepare and bake the cake: In a mixing bowl, blend together the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, peach nectar, and optional orange food coloring until well combined. Gently fold in the peeled and chopped peaches to evenly distribute them through the batter. Pour the batter into a lightly sprayed 9×12 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for about 28 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with moist crumbs, but no raw batter.
  3. Make the brown sugar glaze: While the cake bakes, combine the unsalted butter, heavy cream, and brown sugar in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and sifted confectioner’s sugar, and whisk until smooth and all sugar lumps melt. If needed, return to low heat briefly to maintain an even consistency.
  4. Frost the cake: Once the cake is out of the oven but still warm, pour the brown sugar glaze evenly over the surface, attempting to coat it on the first try as the frosting sets quickly and can crack if spread. The glaze will harden as it cools.
  5. Cool and serve: Allow the glazed cake to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate it to help the frosting harden before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Optional orange food coloring enhances the peachy color but is not essential.
  • Peeled fresh peaches provide the best flavor, but you can substitute with canned peaches drained well if necessary.
  • Use a light spray or grease your baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • The glaze sets quickly, so pour it evenly and avoid spreading after application to prevent cracking.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/brown-sugar-peach-cake-recipe/