This Peach Cobbler Pound Cake is the ultimate dessert mashup—rich, buttery pound cake meets the warm, spiced sweetness of classic peach cobbler. With layers of juicy peaches, a golden crumb topping, and a tender cake base, this treat is pure comfort in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings, holiday feasts, or just because, it’s a show-stopping dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. Let’s get baking!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Two Desserts in One: Combines the dense richness of pound cake with the gooey, fruity goodness of peach cobbler.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or indulgent solo treats.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Can be prepared ahead of time and served warm or at room temperature.
- Customizable: Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth, or swap peaches for other fruits like apples or berries.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Pound Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Peach Filling:
- 3 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches (about 4–5 medium peaches)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or a Bundt pan.
- If using fresh peaches, peel and slice them. Toss the slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
2. Make the Peach Filling
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the peaches soften (about 8–10 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Pound Cake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
