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Peach cake with poppy seeds

Peach Cake with Poppy Seeds for a Delightful Summer Treat

This Peach Cake with Poppy Seeds is a refreshing dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuit Base
  • 2 cups Flour consider gluten-free flour for dietary needs
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Sugar adjust according to sweetness of peaches
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure the cake rises nicely
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Quark substitute with ricotta for a different flavor
  • 1 tbsp Ground Poppy Seeds or ground almonds as an alternative
  • 3 cups Peaches fresh or well-drained canned peaches work great
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting before serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes). Fold in the flour and baking powder until smooth.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the quark, sugar, and ground poppy seeds. Mix until smooth, then fold in diced peaches.
  4. Once the biscuit base is cooled, spread the creamy filling evenly over the top.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve chilled with powdered sugar or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor; allow the biscuit base to cool completely before adding the filling to ensure a perfect finish.

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