Easy Peach Crumb Cake
I am absolutely ecstatic about this mouthwatering recipe for Easy Peach Crumb Cake!
Bursting with the delicate sweetness of ripe peaches, this dessert is a true indulgence.
My simple recipe will guide you through the process, making it effortless to create a mouthwatering peach cake.
Picture a heavenly honey-infused peach slices resting on a crispy crust, adorned with tasty crumbs.
Each bite of this divine delicacy will tantalize your taste buds with its sweet honey goodness.
So, why is it also called grated peach cake, you ask?
Well, the answer lies in the technique of grating the dough on top of the fruit using a coarse grater.
This not only adds to the cake’s deliciousness and aesthetic appeal but also simplifies the process.
To make the dough, you just need to mix the usual ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
The key to this dough’s success is allowing it to sit in the freezer for a while, making it much easier to grate.
If you happen to have peaches and yeast puff pastry on hand, then you must try this marvelously Easy Peach Crumb Cake.
Simply roll out the ready-made yeast puff pastry and let it rise.
Next, arrange the peach slices on top and generously spread the tantalizing topping mixture over the fruit.
After a short stint in the oven, you’ll have the most scrumptious and aromatic peach cake ready to be devoured.
It’s a true feast for the senses!
Preparing this delicate pastry is a breeze, especially if you opt for ready-made yeast puff pastry.
Just roll out the dough, place it on a baking tray, and let it rise.
Then, generously spread the filling and topping on top and pop it in the oven.
The aroma wafting from the oven as it bakes is simply divine, making it nearly impossible to wait until it’s cooled completely before digging in.
This light and fragrant cake can be made with any seasonal fruit, allowing you to treat your loved ones to a delightful dessert time and time again.
So go ahead, spoil your family with this irresistible treat!
Easy Peach Crumb Cake
Ingredients:
for the crust
- Yeast puff pastry (croissant dough) – 1/2 pack (250 g)
for the filling
- Peaches – 3 pcs. (450 g)
for the topping
- Flour – 2/3 cup (105 g)
- Sugar – 3 tbsp. (36 g)
- Eggs – 1 pc. (50 g)
- Softened butter – 3 tbsp. (42 g)
- Ground cinnamon – 1 tsp. (2 g)
- Baking powder – 1/8 tsp. (1 pinch)
additionally
- Powdered sugar
Cooking steps:
Crust
- Place a sheet of puff pastry dough, thawed according to package instructions, on a lightly floured surface. Roll out into a 28cm x 20 cm rectangle.
- Grease a 30cm x 20cm baking tray with oil. Using a rolling pin, transfer the rolled-out dough to the prepared baking tray. Cover the baking tray with cling film and leave to rise in a warm place for 40 minutes.
Filling
- Wash the peaches, remove the pits and cut into slices.
Topping
- Place softened butter and eggs in a medium bowl, add sugar, flour, baking powder and ground cinnamon, mix thoroughly.
- Form the dough into a ball and wrap it in cling film. Place in the freezer for 1 hour.
Assembly
- Arrange the peach slices evenly over the puff pastry. Grate the chilled dough on top of the peaches using a coarse grater.
- Bake the cake in an oven preheated to 175°C (350⁰F) for 45 minutes. Leave the finished cake in the tray for 5 minutes. Remove from the tray and cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Thanks for the recipe! I make this cake with apples (I stick the slices into the dough) – everyone is delighted and asks for the recipe! I also made a tart, only an apple tart – delicious!) Thank you so much for the recipes, everything turns out good and everything is delicious)
You’re welcome, Marley! I am so glad that you had such an amazing cake! Cook with pleasure! And visit me often for new recipes!