Indulge in the sublime blend of seasonal peaches and classic pound cake with this Peach Cobbler Pound Cake. This dessert layers juicy, cinnamon-spiced peaches under a rich, buttery pound cake with a delightful cinnamon swirl running through the middle. Served with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, it combines warm cake with cool, creamy ice cream for a truly comforting treat.
Why You'll Love This: This dessert is a crowd-pleaser that elevates the traditional pound cake into a summer delight, thanks to the addition of fresh peaches and a cinnamon twist. The texture of the cake is perfectly dense yet moist from the Greek yogurt, with bursts of sweet, spiced peaches that make every bite exciting. It's an all-in-one dessert that promises to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress guests with its layers of flavor and texture.
Perfect Occasion: This Peach Cobbler Pound Cake is ideal for summer gatherings, family reunions, or any festive occasion that calls for a special dessert. It's also perfect for a Sunday brunch or as a sweet ending to a backyard barbecue. Serve this cake at any event where you want to offer a homemade dessert that looks as stunning as it tastes.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful presentation, serve each slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and perhaps a drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a few slices of fresh peaches to enhance the visual appeal and add a touch of freshness.
Ingredients:
Peach Cobbler Topping:
- 2 large peaches, peeled and sliced
- 2 Tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, lightly packed
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pound Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Peach Topping:
- Toss the sliced peaches with melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) convection or 325°F (163°C) conventional. Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan that's 3 inches tall.
- Spread the peach mixture onto the bottom of the pan.
- Make the Cinnamon Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Prepare the Pound Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add room temperature butter and beat with an electric mixer until the mixture forms pea-sized chunks, then increase speed and beat until it resembles a paste.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Scrape the bowl as needed.
- Mix in Greek yogurt and vanilla extract just until combined.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Spread half of the batter over the peach layer in the pan.
- Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
- Top with the remaining batter, smoothing out the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly pressed.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then invert onto a plate or cake stand.
- Serve slightly warm or at room temperature, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Enjoy this luxurious Peach Cobbler Pound Cake, a perfect blend of fruity, spicy, and creamy flavors that come together in a spectacular dessert.