Strawberry Peach Buckle: A Juicy Summer Fruit Cake You’ll Adore

Don’t be fooled by the fancy name—Strawberry Peach Buckle is the kind of dessert that feels like a warm hug from your best summer memories. This moist, buttery cake is bursting with sweet peaches and strawberries and topped with a crunchy brown sugar streusel. It’s pure summer in a pan! Perfect for busy home cooks, baking enthusiasts, or anyone craving a juicy fruit dessert that’s both simple and spectacular.

Whether you’re new to baking or looking to impress with a delightful treat, this strawberry peach coffee cake is a winner. Plus, if you love exploring peach and strawberry dessert ideas, you’ll find endless inspiration on Kai Recipes’ Pinterest boards, where you can discover creative peach recipes and browse tempting dessert ideas. For quick inspiration, don’t forget to follow Kai Recipe on Facebook for more delicious recipes.

What is a Buckle?

A Strawberry Peach Buckle is a charming hybrid between a cake and a fruit crisp, boasting layers that work in perfect harmony. Imagine a soft, moist cake base, topped with a juicy strawberry and peach fruit filling—fresh, sweet peaches and strawberries—and finished with a buttery, brown sugar streusel topping that cracks and “buckles” during baking. This delightful crackle is exactly why the Strawberry Peach Buckle gets its name, giving this classic dessert its signature rustic appeal.

Strawberry Peach Buckle desserts, often called fruit crumble cakes, are beloved summer classics. They’re an accessible way to celebrate fresh stone fruits, and the brown sugar streusel topping adds a satisfying crunch that takes a simple fruit cake to the next level. If you’re a fan of homemade crumble cakes or crave the sweet comfort of a peach and strawberry dessert with crumb topping, this Strawberry Peach Buckle is calling your name.

Key Features of the Strawberry Peach Buckle

This dessert shines because of three key features that combine for an unforgettable bite:

• Sweet, juicy peaches and strawberries: The perfect duo for a summer fruit buckle, delivering freshness and natural sweetness that makes this cake a juicy fruit dessert at heart. The fruit is gently sweetened with honey and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, ensuring every bite sings with summer flavor.
• Moist, buttery cake base: The cake batter uses Greek yogurt to keep things tender and soft—a little twist on a classic Greek yogurt cake recipe—and is subtly enriched with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon, adding warmth to every mouthful.
• Buttery, brown sugar streusel topping: A crunchy brown sugar streusel topping with cinnamon that creates texture contrast and caramelized sweetness, making this dessert a true streusel topping dessert standout.

If you want more ideas for baking with fresh peaches, check out our easy and tasty peach crisp recipe or the classic easy peach cobbler recipe.

Ingredients You Will Need

Here’s what you’ll gather for this delightful fruit buckle cake recipe:

Fruit Filling

• 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Cake Batter

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup melted unsalted butter
• ½ cup Greek yogurt (for moisture and tenderness)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
• ¼ cup milk

Streusel Topping

• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ cup melted unsalted butter

Pro tip: If fresh peaches aren’t in season, thawed frozen peaches work beautifully here (more on that later). And if you want to explore other peach delights, try our fresh peach fritters recipe for a crispy, golden treat.

How to Make Strawberry Peach Buckle

Here’s the joyful, easy way to bring this dessert to life:

Step 1: Prepare the Fruit Filling

In a bowl, gently toss sliced peaches and strawberries with honey and lemon juice. Set aside to let those flavors mingle.

Step 2: Mix the Cake Batter

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
• In another bowl, beat eggs, melted butter, Greek yogurt, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
• Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry and fold gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake soft.

Step 3: Make the Streusel Topping

Mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour in melted butter and stir until crumbly.

Step 4: Assemble in a 9×13 Baking Pan

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Pour cake batter evenly into the prepared pan.
• Spoon fruit filling evenly over the batter.
• Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over the fruit.

Step 5: Bake and Cool

• Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the buckle cool completely on a wire rack to set before slicing for neat pieces.

This simple fruit buckle recipe is a breeze but packed with flavor and texture, making it a go-to for summer baking with stone fruit.

Tips for the Perfect Buckle

• Use a 9×13 baking pan for ideal cake height and even fruit cooking.
• Slice fruit thinly and uniformly for consistent baking and juiciness.
• Add lemon juice to your fruit to prevent browning and brighten flavors.
• Don’t overmix the batter—fold gently to avoid toughness.
• Use the toothpick test to check doneness—clean or with just a few moist crumbs is perfect.
• Cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for indulgence.

Can I Use Frozen Fruit?

Absolutely! Frozen peaches and strawberries make a fantastic substitute when fresh fruit isn’t available. Just be sure to thaw and drain them thoroughly to prevent extra moisture from making your buckle soggy. This way, you can enjoy a delicious, juicy fruit dessert anytime, making it a perfect low effort fruit buckle for busy days or out-of-season cravings.

How to Serve Strawberry Peach Buckle

Serve your Strawberry Peach Buckle warm, fresh from the oven, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a generous dollop of whipped cream. For an extra touch of sweetness and a beautiful glossy finish, drizzle a little honey over the top. This delightful treat works perfectly as a strawberry peach coffee cake to brighten your morning or as a cozy, comforting summer berry buckle dessert after dinner.

Pro tip: Leftover buckle slices reheat wonderfully—just pop them in the microwave or oven for a few seconds to enjoy that fresh-baked goodness all over again!

Additional Summer Cake Recommendations

Love this buckle? Dive into more seasonal stone fruit delights:

• Try the delicious peach cake with brown sugar frosting for a richer cake option.
• Craving crispier fruit topping? Check out our easy and tasty peach crisp recipe.
• For something fried and fluffy, the fresh peach fritters recipe can’t be missed.
• Or keep it classic with the easy peach cobbler recipe.

These recipes will keep your summer baking inspired and your table full of joy.

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