Pink Champagne Cupcakes with Extra Fluffy Frosting Recipe
Delight in these elegant Pink Champagne Cupcakes topped with an extra fluffy pink champagne-infused buttercream frosting. Perfect for celebrations or special occasions, these cupcakes combine the light, airy texture of a classic white cake with a subtle blush hue and a unique champagne flavor, enhanced by the delicate sweetness of the frosting and optional festive decorations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 24 standard cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pink Champagne Cupcakes
- 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients required by box instructions)
- 1/2 cup pink champagne
- 1/2 cup water
- 1–2 drops pink or red food coloring
- Paper muffin liners
Fluffy Pink Champagne Frosting
- 2 cups unsalted butter (4 sticks), room temperature (do not soften or microwave)
- 2 lbs powdered sugar
- 1 drop pink or red food coloring
- 4 tablespoons pink champagne
- Optional: gold balls, sprinkles, edible spray decorations
Instructions
- Prepare Cupcake Batter: Preheat your oven as directed on the white cake mix box. In a mixing bowl, prepare the cake mix according to the package directions, but substitute the water with half pink champagne and half water—for example, if 1 cup water is required, use 1/2 cup champagne and 1/2 cup water. Add 1-2 drops of pink or red food coloring to achieve a blush pink tone, being careful not to overcolor.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Line your muffin pan with paper liners. Fill each liner approximately two-thirds full with the prepared batter to allow room for rising in the oven.
- Bake Cupcakes: Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven as per the time and temperature on the cake mix box instructions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Make Fluffy Frosting: In a large bowl, beat 2 cups of unsalted butter at room temperature until creamy and smooth, ensuring it is not softened or melted. Gradually add 2 pounds of powdered sugar, beating well between additions to maintain a fluffy texture. Add 4 tablespoons pink champagne and 1 drop of pink or red food coloring; continue beating until the frosting is light, fluffy, and evenly colored.
- Frost Cupcakes: Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost each cupcake generously with the pink champagne buttercream frosting. Decorate with optional gold balls, sprinkles, or edible sprays to add a festive touch.
Notes
- Using half champagne and half water balances moisture and flavor while ensuring the cake sets correctly.
- Do not overmix the cake batter once liquids are added to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Ensure the butter is room temperature but not melted for the best frosting texture.
- Adjust food coloring carefully for a subtle blush color; a little goes a long way.
- Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate to keep longer.
Keywords: Pink Champagne Cupcakes, Champagne Frosting, Fluffy Buttercream, Celebration Cupcakes, Party Dessert
