Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line bottom with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to butter mixture in three additions, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined.
- Toss diced peaches with 2 tablespoons flour until coated. Gently fold floured peaches into batter using a rubber spatula.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth top, and tap pan on counter to release air bubbles.
- Bake 65-75 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Top should be golden brown.
- While cake bakes, prepare glaze by combining peach preserves, butter, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- When cake is done, immediately poke holes all over surface with a skewer. Brush half the warm glaze over hot cake.
- Cool cake in pan for 20 minutes, then remove to wire rack. Brush remaining glaze over top and sides while still warm.
- Allow cake to cool completely before slicing. Glaze will set as it cools, creating a glossy finish.
Notes
Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months. Can be made a day ahead as flavors improve overnight. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
