Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1.5 tsp (7g) baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 3-4 medium ripe peaches (680g), pitted and sliced
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp (2g) ground cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Toss sliced peaches with lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning and enhance tanginess.
  3. Cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and whole milk.
  6. Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt using a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Arrange the peach slices in a concentric circle on top of the batter, pressing them in slightly.
  9. Sprinkle the topping of sugar and cinnamon over the fruit.
  10. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.