Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Ensuring your pan is greased properly helps the cake release beautifully without sticking.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial as it incorporates air into the mixture, giving the cake a tremendous rise.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract. The combination of buttermilk and vanilla will add a wonderful depth of flavor to the batter.
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In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing; it’s important to keep the cake tender.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. This base will act as the perfect canvas for the beautiful peaches.
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Arrange the sliced peaches on top of the batter and sprinkle with brown sugar. This topping will caramelize slightly during baking, enhancing the sweet, juicy peaches with a nice texture.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The wonderful aroma of baking peaches will fill your kitchen, tempting those nearby to peek.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving. The warm cake is best enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, bringing all the flavors together in a tremendous celebration of summer.
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