Description
Sour Cream Peach Kuchen is a delightful German-inspired dessert featuring a tender, buttery crust topped with juicy peaches and a rich, creamy sour cream custard. Lightly sweet and wonderfully comforting, this homemade peach cake is perfect for summer gatherings, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
For the filling:
- 3 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press the Dough: Press the dough evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared springform pan to create a sturdy base for the filling.
- Arrange Peaches: Evenly arrange the peeled and sliced peaches over the crust, distributing them to cover the surface.
- Prepare Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and flour until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour Filling Over Peaches: Pour the sour cream custard mixture evenly over the arranged peaches, ensuring it covers them well.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45–55 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the custard is mostly set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Refrigerate: Remove from oven and allow the kuchen to cool completely in the pan. For cleaner slices, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before removing the springform and slicing.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to prevent excess moisture that can make the crust soggy.
- Canned peaches can be used as a substitute; ensure they are drained thoroughly to avoid excess liquid.
- A pinch of nutmeg can be added to the filling for extra warmth and complexity.
- Chilling the kuchen before serving helps the custard set firmer and makes slicing easier.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cakes, Fruit Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
