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Brown Sugar Peach Cake

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This easy summer cake combines yellow cake mix with fresh peaches and a homemade brown sugar caramel frosting. A quick and delicious way to enjoy peak-season peaches.

Ranah
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:27:57 GMT
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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use canned peaches?

Yes, you can use well-drained canned peaches when fresh aren't available. Use the syrup from the can in place of peach nectar if needed.

→ Why does the frosting set so quickly?

The brown sugar caramel frosting contains melted sugar which hardens as it cools. Pour it evenly on the first try since spreading after it starts setting will crack the surface.

→ Can I make this ahead?

Yes, you can make this cake a day ahead. Store it covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator. The frosting will become firmer when chilled.

→ What if I can't find peach nectar?

You can substitute with peach juice, apricot nectar, or even apple juice. In a pinch, you can use water but you'll lose some peach flavor.

→ Why add food coloring?

The orange food coloring is optional and just enhances the peachy color of the cake. The cake will taste just as good without it.

Brown Sugar Peach Cake

A doctored yellow cake mix filled with fresh peaches and topped with a rich brown sugar caramel frosting. The perfect summer dessert.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
28 Minutes
Total Time
43 Minutes
By: Ranah


Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (1 9x13 cake)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 15 ounces yellow cake mix.
02 3 large eggs.
03 ⅓ cup vegetable oil.
04 ½ cup peach nectar.
05 1 pound peaches, peeled and chopped.
06 Orange food coloring (optional).
07 ½ cup unsalted butter.
08 ½ cup heavy cream.
09 1 cup brown sugar, packed.
10 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
11 2½ cups confectioner's sugar, sifted.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 9x13 pan.

Step 02

Mix cake mix, eggs, oil, nectar and food coloring until combined. Fold in peaches.

Step 03

Pour into prepared pan. Bake 28 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Step 04

Boil butter, cream and brown sugar, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, add vanilla and sifted sugar. Whisk until smooth.

Step 05

Pour frosting evenly over cake. Let set at room temperature or in fridge before cutting.

Notes

  1. Frosting sets quickly, pour evenly first try.
  2. Follow cake mix specifications for eggs/oil if different.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 baking pan.
  • Saucepan.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter, cream).
  • Eggs.
  • Wheat (cake mix).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 492
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 78 g
  • Protein: 4 g