1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy. Add the yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in peaches: Gently fold in the chopped peaches until evenly distributed in the batter.
3. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Optional topping: If desired, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together and sprinkle it over the top of the cake batter for a sweet, cinnamon-sugar crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
4. Cool and Serve:
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy plain, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Tips for the Perfect Peach Yogurt Cake:
- Peach Preparation: Make sure the peaches are well-drained if using canned peaches to prevent excess moisture in the cake.
- Yogurt Choice: Greek yogurt adds extra richness, but regular yogurt works just as well.
- Mixing: Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
Conclusion
This Peach Yogurt Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that perfectly balances the sweet flavor of peaches with the tangy creaminess of yogurt. Whether enjoyed on its own or dressed up with a topping, it’s a versatile and scrumptious treat that’s sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy every slice of this flavorful cake!