Description
Celebrate any special occasion with these elegant and light Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes. Combining fresh strawberries and bubbly champagne, these cupcakes offer a deliciously tender crumb topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting infused with champagne, perfect for adding a festive and sophisticated touch to your dessert table.
Ingredients
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Cupcake Batter
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, rinsed and chopped
- 1/2 cup champagne (or sparkling wine)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Frosting
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (optional)
- 2 tbsp champagne (or sparkling wine)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners. Measure all ingredients and rinse, then gently chop the fresh strawberries.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a tender cupcake crumb and evenly incorporated sweetness.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract to build structure and flavor in the batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients Separately: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder for even rising in the cupcakes.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Champagne: Alternately add the dry ingredients and champagne to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently until just combined to maintain an airy batter.
- Fold in Fresh Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries to distribute evenly without overmixing.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among the lined cupcake tin and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: Whip powdered sugar with cream cheese (if using) and a splash of champagne until smooth and silky, perfect for pairing with the cupcakes.
- Frost and Garnish: Pipe or spread the frosting onto cooled cupcakes and garnish with a fresh strawberry or edible glitter for a festive finish.
Notes
- Fresh is best: Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the juiciest flavor bursts.
- Don’t overmix: Mix batter just until combined to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Champagne choice matters: Use a dry or brut champagne for balanced sweetness.
- Use cupcake liners: They prevent sticking and ensure perfect presentation.
- Chill frosting: Keep the frosting cooled to maintain its shape when decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg