Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Italian Peach Crumb Cake, a luscious dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of juicy peaches with a buttery crumb topping. This simple yet satisfying cake is ideal for any gathering, whether as a snack, a dessert, or a sweet breakfast treat. Bake it fresh and serve warm for an irresistible experience, especially when paired with vanilla ice cream. With easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, this cake is perfect for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
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- 2ΒΌβ2Β½ cups all-purpose flour
- Β½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- Β½ cup very cold butter
- 1 egg
- 2Β½ cups sliced peaches (fresh or well-drained canned)
- 1Β½ tablespoons sugar (for peaches)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (180Β°C) and prepare an 8-inch cake pan by greasing and flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine sliced peaches with sugar; set aside to let flavors meld.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in very cold butter until crumbly.
- Add the egg to the dry mixture and stir gently until combined; do not overmix.
- Press half to two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the prepared pan, layer with peach mixture, then sprinkle remaining crumbs on top.
- Bake for 30β40 minutes until lightly golden. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, add cinnamon to the crumb topping. Substitute fresh peaches with other fruits like berries or apples for variety. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream for an enhanced dessert experience.