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Southern Peach Buttermilk Pound Cake


  • Author: Sarah White
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist, buttery Southern classic made with sweet peaches and tangy buttermilk. Perfect for summer gatherings or year-round indulgence.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

  • 2 cups peeled and chopped fresh peaches

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt or tube pan.

  2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.

  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.

  5. Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour.

  6. Gently fold in chopped peaches until evenly distributed.

  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

  8. Bake 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  9. Cool 15 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with powdered sugar, a drizzle of glaze, or fresh whipped cream. Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American