While fresh peaches are plentiful bake

up a few loaves to enjoy now and freeze some for later!

PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º

GREASE AND FLOUR 9X5-INCH LOAF PAN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE LOAF:

 1/2 CUP UNSALTED BUTTER – softened 

 1/2 CUP GRANULATED SUGAR

 1/2 CUP BROWN SUGAR – packed

 1 LARGE EGG

 1/2 CUP PLAIN YOGURT

 1/4 CUP MILK

 1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT

 1 1/2 CUPS FLOUR

 1 TEASPOON BAKING SODA

 1 TEASPOON BAKING POWDER

 1 CUP (ABOUT 2-3 MEDIUM) FRESH PEACHES – chopped

 1/4 CUP SLICED ALMONDS – for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:

MIX WET INGREDIENTS:

   – In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until creamy, about 3 minutes.

   – Add the egg, yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.

COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS:

   – In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder.

COMBINE WET AND DRY MIXTURES:

   – Add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture and stir with a wooden spoon just until combined.

   – Gently fold in the chopped peaches.

   – Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the top with sliced almonds.

BAKE:

   – Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the loaf to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Sprinkle when cooled with powdered sugar or serve warm with ice cream!

BUON MANGIATA!