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Peaches and Cream Layer Cake

A delightful dessert that combines fresh peaches with fluffy whipped cream in a light and airy cake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base of the cake.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Adds richness.
  • 1 cup milk Moistens the cake.
  • 3 large eggs Helps bind ingredients.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Provides leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream For the fluffy cream filling.
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
For the Peaches
  • 3 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced The star ingredient.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For caramelizing the peaches.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adds brightness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients.
  8. Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Filling and Assembly
  1. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gradually add powdered sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
  2. Toss the peach slices with granulated sugar and lemon juice.
  3. Once the cakes are cool, layer one on a serving plate, spread whipped cream over it, and top with half the peach slices.
  4. Add the second cake layer on top and repeat the process, finishing with whipped cream and remaining peaches.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor. Consider adding almond extract for extra flavor.