Peach, Thyme, and Orange Ghee Cake: A Slice of Sunshine
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Peach, Thyme, and Orange Ghee Cake: A Slice of Sunshine
Few things capture the essence of summer like the flavors of ripe peaches, fragrant thyme, and bright oranges. This Peach, Thyme, and Orange Ghee Cake combines these vibrant ingredients into a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. With its tender crumb and aromatic flavor, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion, from afternoon tea to a weekend gathering.
Why Bake with Ghee?
OMGhee takes this cake from good to exceptional. Its nutty, rich flavor complements the sweetness of the peaches while creating a tender crumb that’s beautifully moist. Ghee also pairs wonderfully with the aromatic thyme and bright citrus notes, enhancing the overall complexity of flavors.
The Magic of Fresh Ingredients
This cake is all about celebrating fresh, seasonal produce. Juicy peaches add natural sweetness and a delightful texture, while fresh thyme offers a subtle herbal note that enhances the fruit’s flavor. Orange zest ties everything together with a bright, citrusy kick, making each bite a harmonious blend of sweetness and zestiness.
A Cake for Every Occasion
Whether you serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or with a dollop of whipped cream, (or yogurt if you're feeling healthy) this cake is sure to impress. It’s equally at home as a showstopper for guests or as a simple treat to enjoy with your morning coffee. Bake it once, and it might just become your go-to recipe for making the most of summer’s bounty.
With OMGhee in the mix, this Peach, Thyme, and Orange Ghee Cake transforms humble ingredients into something truly special. Give it a try, and let it bring a little sunshine to your table!
Peach, Thyme and Orange Ghee Cake
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Category
Special Occassion
Cuisine
Modern Australian
Author:
OMghee
Servings
8-10
This Peach, Thyme, and Orange Ghee Cake is summer in every bite! Juicy peaches, fragrant thyme, and zesty orange come together in a tender, golden cake made with OMGhee for extra richness. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
For the Peaches
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3 medium peaches, halved & stoned
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Cake Base
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100ml OMGhee
- 70g caster sugar
- 70g honey
- 3 medium eggs + 2 yolks
- 200g ground almonds
- 100g plain flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Zest 3 oranges
- 100g Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Organge Syrup
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150ml fresh orange juice
- 35g caster sugar
- 2.5 tsp thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp OMGhee
Directions
For the Peaches
Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a 9-inch baking tin with baking paper and arrange peach halves cut-side up. Sprinkle with brown sugar and bake for 20 minutes.
- Switch to the grill setting at 220°C and place the tray on the top shelf for 4–5 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly charred.
- While the peaches cook, prepare the cake base.
For the Cake
In a bowl, whisk together the yoghurt, vanilla, and orange zest. In a separate bowl, combine the ground almonds, flour, baking powder, bicarb, and salt.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
- When the peaches are ready, remove them from the tray.
- Pour the cake batter into the same baking tin and gently arrange the peaches on top. Reduce the oven heat to 170°C fan and bake on the middle shelf for 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out fairly clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the syrup.
Prepare the Syrup
In a bowl, mix the sugar with orange juice.
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of OMGhee, and fry the thyme for 2–3 minutes until lightly crisp.
- Stir the thyme into the orange-sugar mixture.
- Pour the syrup over the hot cake as soon as it’s out of the oven and let it soak in.
To Serve
- Serve warm or at room temperature with crème fraîche or yoghurt.
