Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Italian Peach Crumb Cake, a perfect dessert that fuses the sweetness of fresh peaches with a buttery, crumbly topping. This charming cake serves as an ideal snack, comforting dessert, or even a light breakfast option. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this cake is sure to make any occasion special. Its versatility makes it great for gatherings, picnics, or simply treating yourself at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ – 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup very cold butter
- 1 egg
- 2½ cups sliced peaches (fresh or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix sliced peaches with sugar and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Mix in the egg.
- Layer half of the crumb mixture in the pan, top with peaches, then sprinkle remaining crumbs.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes until golden. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for the best flavor. Experiment with spices like cinnamon for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.