Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing
A moist cornmeal cake studded with juicy blackberries and peaches, topped with a nutty brown butter icing that adds rich depth. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers all-purpose flour, fine cornmeal, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick), melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup peeled and diced peach
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter for icing
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk for icing
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for icing
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup fine cornmeal, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt until combined.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently to combine. Carefully fold in 1 cup blackberries and 1 cup diced peach.
- Step 5: Pour batter into a greased 9-inch cast-iron skillet or cake pan, smoothing the top evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges are golden.
- Step 6: While cake bakes, melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Step 7: Whisk 3/4 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract into the browned butter until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Step 8: Let the cake cool 10 minutes, then drizzle the brown butter icing over the warm cake. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Blackberry Peach Skillet Cornmeal Cake with Brown Butter Icing?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
