“Made two loaves and took one to a church function. Everyone just LOVED it!”
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with this delectable Peaches & Cream Cheese Loaf. This moist and flavorful loaf cake is bursting with juicy peaches and a creamy cream cheese swirl. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion, whether it’s a weekend brunch or a special dessert.
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Ingredients:
For the Loaf:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 1/2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Baking soda | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1/2 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
| Diced fresh or canned peaches, drained | 1 cup |
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese, softened | 4 oz |
| Granulated sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Large egg | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Swirl: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Make Loaf Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients and sour cream alternately to wet ingredients. Fold in peaches.
- Assemble Loaf: Pour half the batter into the pan. Top with cream cheese mixture, then remaining batter.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and serve at room temperature, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
