One of our favorite things during summer is eating and slurping juicy peaches and nectarines. Farmers’ Market’s have a huge assortment and varieties of all kinds of stone fruit.  Stone fruits are those that have a pit inside them: peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots and cherries. Stone fruit may enhance immune function, promote digestion, strengthen bones, improve vision and support weight loss. Here are the top 16 to eat. (Source: Dr. Axe) Bite into these colorful gems and their juicy goodness starts to drip all over. Eating seasonal stone fruit has so many benefits!

These deliciously sweet fruits are packed with tons of benefit for our bodies. Rich in vitamins A, C, K, potassium, carotenoids, beta-carotene, antioxidants, and insoluble fiber all helping to maintain healthy eyes, skin, brain function, digestion, immune function and more.  Carotenoids’ antioxidants give fruit their vibrant colors and become more available to our body when cooked.

Feel good about eating this low sugar, super delicious moist cake. Top with Greek yogurt, coco ice cream or whipped cream.?Here’s where you can have your cake and eat it when it comes to a healthy-ish dessert or snack. Create your own masterpiece by mixing all the varieties of this season’s fruit. And enjoy summers bounty👏🙌💖

Besides biting into stone fruit’s juicy goodness, here are a few other recipes  your stone fruit tastes great in: peach plum fruit crisp a morning peach basil smoothie or our nectarine burrata for a great salad or appetizer! 

Watch our recipe video HERE!

Summer Stone Fruit Cake

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Great for a grab and go breakfast or afternoon snack

• Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients for Summer Stone Fruit Cake:

Add to a large bowl and mix well.

• 1 cup Gluten Free flour
• 2/3 C Coconut flour
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 1/3–1/2 C Coconut sugar or Monk fruit golden sugar

Wet Ingredients for Summer Stone Fruit Cake:

Add into the bowl with dry ingredients:

• 5 Tbsp or 1/3 Cup melted butter or alternative butter
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tsp. vanilla
• 1 C Coconut sugar
• 1/3 cup lemon verbena nectarine jam or your favorite stone fruit jam
• 1–2 cups diced stone fruit (peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots, pitted cherries)
• 1/2 cup Mashed fruit or applesauce
• 1 peach, 1 plum, sliced for decorating ( USE THIS FRUIT for the cup diced
• Cinnamon sugar for topping

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Instructions

1. Pre-heat a 350-degree oven
2. Blend all the ingredients together:  try not to over mix
3. Pour into parchment lined 9 x 13 baking dish
4. Decorate the top of the cake with sliced fruit. Get creative! 
5. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar blend over cake.
6. Bake for 30-40 minutes until it is firm and no longer jiggles in the middle.
7. Top with glaze when it comes out of the oven. Recipe below. 
8. Let cool before eating. top with our No churn nectarine ice cream! 

Notes

Glaze for Summer Fruit Cake

Immediately drizzle the glaze over the hot cake.

• 3 Tbsp. Powdered Sugar
• 1 Tbsp. Pure Maple Syrup

Using a small whisk blend the sugars together. 

• Author: Curry Girls Kitchen
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different types of fruit in the Summer Stone Fruit Cake?

Yes, absolutely! The beauty of this cake is its versatility. You can use a variety of stone fruits, such as peaches, plums, cherries, apricots, or nectarines. Feel free to mix and match based on what you have on hand or what’s in season. The flavors of different fruits blend beautifully, making each cake unique and delicious.

How can I make this cake if I’m avoiding refined sugars?

Our Summer Stone Fruit Cake can easily be made with natural sweeteners. You can substitute refined sugar with options like honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar. These alternatives not only provide a natural sweetness but also add a delightful depth of flavor. Be sure to adjust the quantity based on your sweetness preference, as these substitutes can vary in sweetness levels.

How should I store the Summer Stone Fruit Cake, and how long will it keep?

To keep your cake fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If you prefer a longer shelf life, you can refrigerate the cake for up to a week. For even longer storage, consider freezing the cake slices individually wrapped in plastic wrap and then placed in a freezer-safe bag or container. This way, you can enjoy a slice of summer whenever the craving strikes!