This Peach Cobbler Pound Cake is the perfect dessert for peach lovers, blending the rich, buttery goodness of pound cake with the warm, spiced flavor of a peach cobbler filling. It’s a decadent treat that’s perfect for summer gatherings, holidays, or whenever you need a comforting, delicious dessert.
Ingredients:
For the Peach Filling:
- 3 large fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or 2 cans of Freestone peaches, drained)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Cake Batter:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions:
Prepare the Peach Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, butter, brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange juice.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and stir to combine.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it comes to a gentle boil and thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once thickened, remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.
Prepare the Oven and Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Generously butter and flour a large Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs, one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Alternately add the dry flour mixture and milk to the creamed butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Mix until just combined after each addition, avoiding overmixing.
Assemble the Cake:
- Spoon half of the cake batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
- Spoon the cooled peach filling evenly over the batter, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Cover with the remaining cake batter, smoothing the top gently.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before inverting it onto a serving platter.
Serve:
- Top the inverted cake with the remaining peach filling.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips:
- For extra richness, you can drizzle a little caramel sauce over the top when serving.
- If fresh peaches aren’t available, canned peaches work great as well.
- This cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Enjoy your homemade Peach Cobbler Pound Cake, a delicious fusion of two beloved desserts in one irresistible cake. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or just to enjoy at home.