Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Italian Peach Crumb Cake, a perfect blend of juicy peaches and a sweet, crumbly topping. This versatile cake can be enjoyed at any time of day—whether as a comforting breakfast, a delightful snack, or a satisfying dessert. The use of fresh peaches elevates its taste, but canned peaches are a convenient alternative. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, you can whip up this moist and irresistible cake in no time. Serve it warm or with a scoop of ice cream for an unforgettable treat that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼–2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup cold butter
- 1 egg
- 2½ cups sliced peaches (fresh or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix sliced peaches with sugar and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg and mix until just combined.
- Press half the crumb mixture into the pan, layer with peaches, then top with remaining crumbs.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in cinnamon or chopped nuts. To enhance texture, serve with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.