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Peach Skillet Cake

This Peach Skillet Cake is a delightful dessert featuring sweet, fresh peaches baked into a moist, tender cake with a caramelized turbinado sugar topping. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup butter melted, 1 stick
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 5 peaches ripe peaches peeled, cored, and sliced (about 5 cups)
  • 0.33 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1.5 tablespoons turbinado sugar

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with nonstick cooking spray. (Alternatively, you can use a 9x13-inch baking dish.)
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and milk. Slowly whisk in the melted butter until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared skillet.
  3. In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the peaches are slightly softened. Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the top of the batter in the skillet.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes. To catch any potential drips, you can place a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil on the rack below the skillet.
  5. After 45 minutes, sprinkle the turbinado sugar evenly over the top of the cake. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

This cake is best served warm. You can use fresh or frozen peaches. If using frozen, do not thaw them before adding to the mixture.