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Refreshing Strawberry Peach Loaf Cake

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices) 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This fruity loaf cake is perfect for a light dessert or a sweet treat with your afternoon tea. With its tender crumb and fresh fruit flavors of strawberries and peaches, it’s sure to be a hit! Drizzled with a simple glaze and garnished with fresh fruit, this cake is a delightful addition to any occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • ½ cup fresh peaches, chopped

For the Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk

Additional:

  • Fresh strawberries and peaches for garnish


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Ingredients:
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in Fruit:
    Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and peaches.
  7. Bake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool:
    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare Glaze:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
  10. Glaze and Garnish:
    Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries and peaches.

Storage Tips:

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.

Serve with:

This refreshing loaf cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.


Notes

  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, add more powdered sugar, adjusting to your desired consistency.
  • For an extra touch, you can toast the fresh fruit on top lightly before garnishing.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg