Summer Peach Delight
A warm, gooey dessert featuring juicy peaches and a soft buttery cake, perfect for summer gatherings and served with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 8 medium medium peaches, sliced bursting with juicy sweetness
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for that perfect hint of sweetness
- 1/4 cup brown sugar adding a rich, caramelized flavor
- 1 tsp cinnamon providing a warm, aromatic touch
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg bringing in earthy depth
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract enhancing the natural flavors
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice balancing the sweetness with a citrus zing
Cake Base
- 1 box yellow cake mix the easy foundation for our dessert
- 1 cup salted butter, melted enriching each bite with loveliness
- pinch cinnamon sugar for a lovely finish
Serving Suggestion
- as needed vanilla ice cream for serving alongside the warm delight
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Butter a 9x13 pan.
- Toss the sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
- Spread the peach mixture evenly in the prepared pan.
Baking
- Pour the dry cake mix evenly over the peach filling.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake mix.
- Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon sugar over the top.
- Bake for 60 to 75 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
- Scoop generous portions into bowls and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Choose ripe peaches for the best flavor. You can also experiment with spices like ginger or allspice for a twist. Use fresh peaches whenever possible, or substitute with canned if in a pinch.