Peach and Cream Wedding Cake: A Dreamy Celebration Dessert
Quick Key Info
Contents
– Prep Time: 60-90 minutes
– Cook Time: 18-25 minutes per layer
– Total Time: 3-4 hours
– Servings: 20-40 people
– Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced
– Dietary Tags: Contains dairy, eggs, gluten
Essential Equipment You’ll Need
Must-have tools:
- Stand mixer
- Round cake pans (8″, 10″, 12″)
- Offset spatula
- Wire cooling racks
- Cake turntable
Pro Tip: Invest in quality tools – they’ll make your cake creation smoother than silk!
Ingredients Breakdown
For the Peach Cake
- 3 cups cake flour
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1.5-4 cups diced peaches
- 1/2-1 cup peach yogurt
- 4 egg whites
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Peach Compote Filling
- 2-4 cups diced peaches
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 3 cups unsalted butter
- 6-9 cups powdered sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Baking Method: Step by Step
Cake Layer Preparation
- Prep Like a Pro: Bring all ingredients to room temperature
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
- Add eggs and vanilla, mixing thoroughly
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and yogurt
- Gently fold in diced peaches
Baking Process
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Bake 18-25 minutes
- Check doneness with toothpick test
- Cool completely before assembling
Critical Wedding Cake Tips
- Structural Integrity: Use dowels between tiers
- Temperature Control: Keep cake cool before serving
- Decoration: Fresh piping bags create stunning designs
Variations to Explore
- Gluten-free version
- Vegan adaptation
- Seasonal fruit substitutions
- Ombre frosting techniques
Storage and Make-Ahead Advice
- Refrigerate assembled cake
- Layers can be frozen up to 2 weeks
- Bring to room temperature before serving
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- Don’t oversoak cake layers
- Ensure compote is thick
- Avoid overwhipping frosting
Estimated Cost
– Budget: $50-$150
– Varies with ingredient quality and decoration complexity
Final Styling Suggestions
- Garnish with fresh peach slices
- Add edible flowers
- Consider gold leaf accents
- Create elegant ombre effect
Crafting this peach and cream wedding cake is an art form – take your time, enjoy the process, and create a dessert that’ll be remembered long after the last slice is devoured!