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brown sugar peach cake

Irresistible Brown Sugar Peach Cake That Screams Summer Vibes

This Brown Sugar Peach Cake is a delightful summer dessert with juicy peaches and rich caramel icing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box yellow cake mix Can substitute with a homemade yellow cake recipe.
  • 3 large eggs Adds structure and moisture; substitute according to package instructions if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Ensures the cake remains moist; melted butter can be used for added flavor.
  • 1 cup peach nectar or juice Enhances the peach flavor and keeps the batter moist.
  • 2 cups fresh peaches Provides flavor and texture; canned peaches are a good backup.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup brown sugar Sweetens the icing and adds depth.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Essential for the frosting.
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Adds creaminess to the frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances all flavors in the frosting.
  • 2 cups confectioner’s sugar Provides the perfect sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
  2. Combine the yellow cake mix, large eggs, vegetable oil, and peach nectar in a large mixing bowl and beat for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Fold in chopped fresh peaches into the batter using a spatula.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and bake for approximately 28 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. In a saucepan, combine unsalted butter, heavy cream, and brown sugar. Stir until bubbling.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, then gradually mix in confectioner’s sugar until smooth.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before pouring the frosting over it.
  8. Let the frosted cake sit for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe peaches for maximum flavor and avoid overmixing the batter to maintain fluffiness.

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