GRANDMA'S PEACH CAKE

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Summer peaches are roasted atop these cakes, which are made in baking pans and then cut into generous squares.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes 2 cakes (about 30 squares)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup warm water
3/4 cup warm whole milk
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1 large egg
3 ounces (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for bowl and dishes
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/8 teaspoons (a 1/4-ounce envelope) instant yeast
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
12 peaches, each cut into 1-inch wedges
1 lemon, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine water, milk, salt, egg, 4 tablespoons butter, and 1/2 cup sugar in a mixer bowl. Sprinkle yeast over mixture, and let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes. With mixer on low speed, add flour, beating until sticky dough forms.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until a ball forms, 3 to 5 minutes. Place in a buttered bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • Butter two 9-by-13-inch glass baking dishes. Divide dough in half, and stretch 1 portion to cover 1 dish. Repeat with remaining dough and dish. Toss peach slices with lemon juice. Arrange peaches on top of dough (leaving juices in bowl), overlapping. Mix cinnamon and remaining 1 cup sugar in a small bowl. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons butter over peaches, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Let dough rise for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake cakes in upper third of oven, rotating halfway through, until a tester inserted in the centers of the cakes comes out clean (bottom crusts will be golden brown), 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool completely in pans on wire racks. Cut each cake into 15 squares, and serve.

Jemila Yakubu
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I'm not a big fan of peach cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Sophia Kinnard
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This cake is so good, I could eat it every day.


Whitney Lagergren
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I love the crumb topping on this cake. It adds a nice crunch and texture.


Noman javed
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This cake is a great way to use up fresh peaches. It's also a great dessert to take to a picnic or party.


Aniq khan 47
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The peaches make it so moist and flavorful.


MD,Lablu Sheikh
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This is my new go-to peach cake recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


don japhet
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Sharon Njeri
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This cake is perfect for a summer gathering. It's light and refreshing, and the peaches add a touch of sweetness.


Kayd Sugaal
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I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg in this recipe. It gives the cake a warm and cozy flavor.


Nyarai Nyamayi
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Grandma's peach cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Jackie Groves
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This peach cake was a hit! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.