– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup whole milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 2 teaspoons jasmine extract or 2 tablespoons dried jasmine flowers (food grade)
– 2 ripe peaches, sliced
– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
– Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Creating your own Jasmine, Peach & Vanilla Cake can be a rewarding experience if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and jasmine extracts.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined and smooth.
6. Fold in Peaches: Gently fold in the sliced peaches, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Divide Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the Cakes: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in their pans for about 15-20 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Prepare for Serving: Once cool, consider dusting the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving. You can also layer with more peach slices and whipped cream for an extra treat!
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this incredible Jasmine, Peach & Vanilla Cake effortlessly, providing a delicious dessert for everyone to enjoy.