Peach Upside Down Cake
Peach Upside Down Cake is a delicious dessert to make with fresh peaches. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert that is sure to please.
Peach desserts are on the top of our favorites list with easy recipes like Peach Cobbler, Peach Crisp and Peach Dump Cake you can’t go wrong with ripe juicy peaches.
Peach Upside Down Cake ~ Easy Dessert Recipe
I first shared this recipe in 2012 when I made it for my oldest son’s birthday and it’s still a favorite. If you love pineapple upside down cake, you have to give this peach version a try. It can be made with frozen or canned peaches but is even better if you have fresh peaches.
Ingredients Needed:
- Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Peaches: fresh, frozen or canned
- Eggs, whites and yolks divided
- Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Sour Cream
- All Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Kosher Salt
How to Make Peach Upside Down Cake:
- Separate the egg yolks and whites into 2 mixing bowls.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks.
- Mix egg yolks with sugar, vanilla and sour cream.
- Add the flour, baking powder and salt, mix well.
- Fold in the egg whites.
- Melt the butter in a 10 inch skillet or 9 x 9 square baking pan.
- Next you will sprinkle the brown sugar over the melted butter.
- Arrange the peach slices over the brown sugar in a single layer. If you are using frozen peaches or canned peaches, drain well and pat with paper towels to absorb some of the excess liquid
- Top the peaches with the cake batter.
- Place the skillet onto a rimmed baking sheet just in case it bakes over.
- Cook for 30- 35 minutes.
- Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes.
- Place a cake plate or platter over the skillet and then carefully flip the cake onto the plate.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or sweetened whipping cream if desired.
How to Store Peach Upside Down Cake:
- Store covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
This easy peach cake is a great dessert to whip up for any night of the week and it’s delicious enough for special occasions like birthdays, holidays and family gatherings.
The peaches caramelize in the butter and brown sugar and the cake is moist without being too dense. It’s really one of the easiest homemade cake recipes that I’ve ever made and also one of the most delicious.
You might also enjoy this Apple Upside Down Cake for a simple fall dessert that will have everyone coming back for another slice. For an easy dessert, try this Apricot Dump Cake, made with pie filling and a box cake mix.
We also love these easy Peach Dumplings for a quick and easy dessert that everyone loves.
If you love peach desserts, give this easy Peach Upside Down Cake a try. The caramelized peaches with moist vanilla cake is truly a flavor combination that is beyond irresistible. It’s simple enough for a quick weeknight dessert and delicious enough to entertain guests.
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Peach Upside Down Cake
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs whites and yolks separated
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 4 peaches peeled and sliced into wedges
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Ice cream or sweetened whipped cream for serving optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl mix the egg yolks with sugar, vanilla and sour cream with a wooden spoon.
- Add flour, baking powder and salt and mix well.
- Fold in the egg whites.
- Melt butter in a 10 inch cast iron skillet or 9 x 9 inch baking pan.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the melted butter.
- Arrange peaches in a single layer over the brown sugar.
- Pour over the peaches and smooth evenly.
- Place the skillet on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 30 -35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes.
- Place a cake plate or platter over the skillet, use oven mitts to carefully flip the cake over onto the plate.
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature with vanilla ice cream or sweetened whipping cream if desired.
My whole family loved it! Such an amazing dessert!