Greek Yogurt Pound Cake with Peach Topping

 

🍑🍰 Greek Yogurt Pound Cake with Peach Topping — Moist, Tangy, and Totally Irresistible

Moist pound cake, tangy Greek yogurt, and a glossy peach‑orange topping — this dessert is sunshine on a plate! 

 

 

Pound cake is one of those timeless desserts that never goes out of style. It’s simple, it’s versatile, and it’s the perfect canvas for all kinds of toppings. But when you add Greek yogurt to the batter, you get a cake that’s not only moist and tender but also has a subtle tang that makes every bite more interesting. And then — because we’re not stopping at “good enough” — we crown it with a luscious peach topping made with orange marmalade and fresh peach slices.

This cake is:

• Moist and tender thanks to Greek yogurt.
• Sweet and tangy with a citrus‑peach topping.
• Elegant but easy — perfect for dinner parties or weeknight baking.
• Kid‑friendly — fruit topping makes it fun.
• Make‑ahead friendly — tastes even better the next day.

💬 Reader prompt: Are you a “cake is best plain with coffee” person, or do you love piling on toppings?

I love making pound cakes in a loaf pan because it always seems to turn out and it’s a easy recipe that you can make for a weeknight dinner, after school snack, to a dinner that you are trying to impress!

 

I was watching the Food Network on Saturday and Michael Symon made a pound cake similar to this recipe, and I knew I had to try! Michael’s recipe had different ingredients but I knew I could make something special by being inspired by his dish.

 

 

🥕 Nutritional Facts & Fun

• Greek Yogurt: Protein + probiotics.
• Peaches: Vitamin C + natural sweetness.
• Orange Marmalade: Citrus zing + glossy finish.
• Butter: Flavor + richness.
• Eggs: Structure + tenderness.

💬 Reader prompt: Do you prefer fruity desserts, or are you all about chocolate?

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips

• Room Temp Eggs: They blend better and help the cake rise.
• Don’t Overmix: Stir until just combined for a tender crumb.
• Pan Prep: Grease and flour well to avoid sticking.
• Topping Trick: Add peaches just before serving for the freshest look.
• Serving Suggestion: Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

🔄 Recipe Variations

• Berry Twist: Swap peaches for blueberries or raspberries.
• Tropical Vibes: Use pineapple and coconut instead of peaches.
• Chocolate Lovers: Add chocolate chips to the batter.
• Nutty Crunch: Top with toasted almonds or pecans.
• Mini Cakes: Bake in muffin tins for individual servings.

💬 Reader prompt: Which version would you try first — berry, tropical, or chocolate?

🧒 Kid Tips

• Let kids stir the batter (they’ll feel like bakers).
• Serve with sprinkles on top for extra fun.
• Make mini loaves for lunchbox treats.
• Call it “sunshine cake” to make it sound exciting.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Greek Yogurt: Buy large tubs — cheaper and versatile.
• Peaches: Fresh in summer, canned or frozen in winter.
• Marmalade: Store‑brand works just as well.
• Butter: Freeze sticks to always have some on hand.
• Flour: Store in airtight containers to keep fresh.

💬 Reader prompt: Do you usually bake with Greek yogurt, or is this your first time trying it?

🎯 Reader Challenge

This week, I challenge you to make Greek Yogurt Pound Cake with Peach Topping and add your own twist. Maybe it’s berries, maybe it’s nuts, maybe it’s a drizzle of caramel. Post your creation with #LouLouGirlsPeachCake so we can all drool together.

🥪 Leftover Remix

• Cake Parfait: Layer cubes with yogurt and granola.
• Cake Trifle: Layer with pudding and whipped cream.
• Cake French Toast: Dip slices in egg mixture and pan‑fry.
• Cake Milkshake: Blend with ice cream and milk.
• Cake Pops: Crumble and dip in chocolate.

💬 Reader prompt: Would you rather turn leftovers into parfaits or French toast?

 

 

Greek Yogurt Pound Cake with Peach Topping

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Ingredients

• POUND CAKE INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter , softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs , room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• PEACH TOPPING INGREDIENTS
• 12 ounces orange marmalade
• Juice of 1 orange
• 1 peach, pitted and sliced

Instructions

POUND CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a standard 9” loaf pan.

In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.

In a large mixing bowl cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Continue beating and add the eggs, one at a time, scraping bowl after each. Stir in the vanilla and Greek yogurt.

Slowly stir in the flour mixture, just until combined.

Pour batter into greased loaf pan.  Bake for 40-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove to a wire cooling rack.

PEACH TOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

While the cake is baking, add the marmalade, orange juice and peaches to a sauce pan, place over indirect heat and bring to a gentle simmer for the flavors to meld together, 3 to 5 minutes.

Notes

I baked mine for 45 minutes. Since every oven is different, I would check it at 40 minutes and then every 5 minutes until done.

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Slice, Serves 10)

• Calories: ~280
• Protein: 5g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fat: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 24g 

 

💭 Final Thoughts

This Greek Yogurt Pound Cake with Peach Topping is proof that simple ingredients can create something magical. It’s moist, fruity, and versatile enough to be a weeknight treat or a holiday showstopper. Plus, it’s the kind of recipe that makes everyone smile — and isn’t that the best kind of baking?

Here’s the thing about pound cake — it’s never just cake. It’s the smell of butter and sugar filling your kitchen, the joy of spooning glossy peach topping over golden slices, the comfort of knowing dessert is going to be a hit.

And this Greek Yogurt Pound Cake? It’s a keeper. It’s moist, it’s tangy, it’s the perfect balance of simple and elegant. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’ve unlocked the secret to bakery‑quality desserts at home.

But what I love most is how recipes like this bring us together. Food has that magic — it’s not just about eating, it’s about sharing. It’s about swapping tips, laughing over sticky fingers, and building little traditions that make life sweeter.

So here’s my challenge to you: bake this cake, share it with your people, and then tell me your twist. Did you add berries? Did you sneak in nuts? Did you double the peaches just because you could? (No judgment — I’d be first in line for that version.)

💬 Reader prompt: Should we do a “Fruit Dessert Series” next? I’m dreaming up strawberry shortcake, blueberry cobbler, and maybe even pineapple upside‑down cake.

Until then, may your cakes be moist, your peaches juicy, your marmalade glossy, and your kitchen filled with laughter, love, and second helpings. Because at the end of the day, recipes like this aren’t just about baking — they’re about celebrating the little joys that make life delicious.

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