Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups granulated sugar
– 6 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 2 cups peeled and diced fresh peaches
– Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Equipment Needed
– 10-inch bundt pan or 9×5 inch loaf pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). This is an important step because a well-heated oven ensures that your cake rises beautifully and bakes evenly. Grease and flour your bundt pan or loaf pan, making sure to cover all the nooks and crannies. This will help your cake release effortlessly once it’s baked. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step is crucial—don’t rush it! It creates air pockets in the batter that will help the cake rise. (See the next page below to continue steps…)