This Peaches ‘n Sour Cream Summer Cake is the epitome of a light and refreshing dessert. The combination of juicy, ripe peaches and tangy sour cream creates a cake that simply melts in your mouth!
The best part: this one is incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal choice for baking beginners and those who want to impress their friends and family without spending hours in the kitchen. The simplicity of the ingredients and the straightforward steps ensure that even novice bakers can achieve a beautiful and delicious cake.
What makes this cake truly special is its versatility. It’s perfect for any occasion, from a casual summer picnic to a sophisticated dinner party. The fresh peaches add a natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the creamy texture of the cake. Plus, the lightness of the cake means you can enjoy a slice (or two) without feeling weighed down.
Get ready to savor the flavors of summer in every bite!
If you want more fruit cakes and are ready for more of a challenge, try my Fresh Fruit Meringue aka Icy Wind Cake.
Peaches ‘n Sour Cream Summer Cake
Ingredients
- 2 large cans of sliced peaches (29oz – 822g each)
- 3–1/4 cup (400g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cup (250g) sugar (divided) + 3 tablespoons
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (200g) cold butter
- 1 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs and 2 egg yolks
- 2 cups (480g) sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
- Drain the sliced peaches from the can.
- In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with 1/4 cup (50g) sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and the salt
- Add your cold butter into the bowl and crumble with your fingers to mix the butter into the dry ingredients.
- Spread this dough on a lightly greased 13″x9″ (32x22cm) baking pan.
- Line the peaches over the dough.
- Mix 1 cup (200g) sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon and generously sprinkle this over the peaches.
- Bake for 15 minutes. While baking, prepare your sour cream mixture.
- Mix the eggs with the sour cream.
- Once the cake is baked, spread this sour cream mixture over the peaches.
- Mix 3 tablespoons of sugar with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Sprinkle over the sour cream layer.
- Bake for an additional 35 minutes.
- Once baked, cut into squares and sprinkle with powdered sugar before enjoying!
