Discover the joy of this moist sponge cake, enriched with melted butter and topped with luscious peaches. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, combining the delicate texture of a classic sponge cake with the juicy sweetness of peaches. The key to its delightful texture lies in the well-beaten egg whites and the gentle folding of the flour, ensuring that every slice is light yet moist, and bursting with flavor.
Why You’ll Love This:
This Peach Sponge Cake is a standout treat that remains wonderfully moist and fresh over several days, thanks to the addition of melted butter in the batter. It’s the perfect dessert for those who appreciate the subtle sweetness and refreshing taste of peaches combined with the light airiness of a sponge cake. Ideal for afternoon tea, family gatherings, or as a satisfying dessert after a meal.
Perfect Occasion:
Serve this cake at brunches, potlucks, or as a sweet ending to a dinner party. It’s also a great choice for holiday celebrations or summer picnics, where its refreshing peach topping can be fully appreciated. This cake is sure to impress guests with its professional bakery-like appearance and delightful taste.
Decoration Tips:
For an elegant presentation, arrange the peach slices in a beautiful pattern on top of the batter before adding the crumble. Once baked and slightly cooled, drizzle with the lemon icing to add a glossy, sweet finish that complements the fruit perfectly. Garnish with mint leaves or a dusting of powdered sugar for that extra special touch.
Ingredients for the Cake:
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 250g fine sugar
- 220g melted and cooled butter
- 400g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Canned peaches, sliced
For the Crumble Topping:
- 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 7 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons soft butter
For the Lemon Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Juice from half a small lemon
- 1 tablespoon hot water
Instructions:
- Prepare the Eggs:
- Separate the yolks from the whites. Beat the whites with a pinch of salt on high speed until fluffy. Gradually add sugar in four batches, continuing to beat for about 8 minutes until shiny and smooth.
- Reduce mixer speed and add yolks one at a time, followed by the cooled melted butter, mixing just until incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the flour with the baking powder. Gently fold into the egg mixture using a spatula until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the batter into a lined baking form. Arrange the peach slices on top of the batter and evenly spread the crumble mixture over the peaches.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake the cake for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Icing and Finish:
- Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and hot water until smooth. Drizzle over the slightly cooled cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy this exquisite Peach Sponge Cake, a delightful blend of moist sponge, fresh peaches, and sweet crumble, perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
