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Pink Champagne Cupcakes

Light and Fluffy Pink Champagne Cupcakes for Celebrations

Delightful Pink Champagne Cupcakes perfect for celebrations like birthdays and bridal showers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups Pink Champagne Reduction enhances flavor
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Or use cake flour for lighter texture
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for lightness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 0.5 cups Salted Butter Use unsalted for control over saltiness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil Contributes moisture
  • 1 cups Sugar Sweetens cupcakes
  • 2 large Eggs Binding agent and structure
  • 1 tablespoon Pink Food Coloring Gel colors work best for vibrancy
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cups Unsalted Butter Room temperature for smooth texture
  • 3-4 cups Confectioners Sugar Adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Helps adjust thickness

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a cupcake pan with decorative liners.
  2. Reduce 1 ½ cups of pink champagne in a saucepan over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until thickened to ¾ cup. Let cool, reserving 1-2 tablespoons for frosting.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and vanilla in a separate bowl, add sugar, oil, and eggs, mixing until smooth.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients, alternating with the champagne reduction until smooth.
  6. Fill liners ¾ full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool.
  7. To make frosting, blend reserved champagne reduction with butter, adding confectioners sugar and milk to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes with buttercream and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 95mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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