Imagine a dessert that captures the essence of celebration in every delicate bite - our Light Elegant Champagne Cupcakes are about to transform your baking game! These aren't just ordinary cupcakes; they're a sophisticated culinary experience that brings the glamour of a champagne toast right to your dessert plate. Perfect for bridal showers, elegant parties, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinarily special, these cupcakes promise to elevate your baking skills and impress even the most discerning guests.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Dessert
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup champagne
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with delicate paper cupcake liners.
- In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even incorporation.
- Gently fold in the vanilla extract and champagne, mixing until the liquid is just combined with the batter.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to create a smooth, silky cupcake batter. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, optionally frost with a light champagne buttercream or dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Tips
- Choose a good quality champagne or sparkling wine for the best flavor profile - the better the bubbly, the more delicious your cupcakes will be!
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to create a smoother, more consistent batter.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense cupcakes. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For an extra touch of elegance, use delicate, lightweight cupcake liners that complement the sophisticated nature of these cupcakes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
- For a professional finish, use a piping bag to create beautiful, swirled frosting that matches the cupcakes' refined character.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain their moisture and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 75mg
