Description
These Pink Champagne Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and have a deliciously subtle champagne flavor. The champagne adds a delicate sweetness and pairs perfectly with the soft pink buttercream. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any special occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup pink champagne (rosé champagne or sparkling wine)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- A few drops pink food coloring (optional)
For the Pink Champagne Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup pink champagne
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Make the Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and pink champagne to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in sour cream and food coloring, if using.
- Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Add pink champagne and vanilla extract, then beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in pink food coloring, if using.
3. Decorate the Cupcakes:
- Transfer frosting to a piping bag and frost cooled cupcakes as desired.
- Garnish with sprinkles, edible glitter, or a fresh raspberry for an extra fancy touch!
Notes
- Champagne choice: A sweeter rosé champagne or sparkling wine works best for a light and fruity flavor.
- Make ahead: Cupcakes can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container.
- Alcohol-free option: Use sparkling white grape juice instead of champagne