{"id":54257,"date":"2025-12-05T03:56:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T03:56:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54257"},"modified":"2025-12-05T03:58:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T03:58:46","slug":"easy-champagne-cupcakes-pink-champagne-cupcakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-champagne-cupcakes-pink-champagne-cupcakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Champagne Cupcakes \u2014 No-Fail Pink Champagne Cupcakes for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pink Champagne Cupcakes \u2014 <strong>Easy Champagne Cupcakes<\/strong> for Beginners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pink Champagne Cupcakes<\/strong> are light, airy little party bombs that taste like a celebration in your mouth \u2014 soft vanilla crumb with a whisper of bubbly and a pillowy champagne buttercream on top. If you love cupcakes and you love a glass of ros\u00e9, this one&#8217;s built to make you grin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll fall for these cupcakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You want something that looks fancy but doesn\u2019t require pastry-school-level drama, right? These cupcakes hit that sweet spot. They\u2019re:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Effortless<\/strong> to pull off (especially the boxed-mix shortcut).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Faintly boozy<\/em> without being overpowering \u2014 perfect for gatherings where you want grown-up flavor without getting anyone tipsy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visually gorgeous \u2014 the pale pink swirl + pearls = instant party vibes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, you get two solid ways to make them: a <strong>Champagne Cupcakes From Scratch<\/strong> method for the bakery vibes, and a fast box-mix route for when life is hectic. Win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I spied a pretty ros\u00e9 cupcake at my favorite bakery and thought: \u201cI can make that \u2014 but better.\u201d After a bunch of testing (yes, I sampled a few too many), I landed on two no-fail techniques that give you the same delicate champagne note whether you simmer down a bottle for a reduction or add a measured splash to boxed mix batter. The secret? A quick reduction concentrates flavor without booze overload, and a neat buttercream trick keeps the champagne personality alive on the frosting too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need (ingredients + why they matter)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a clean, friendly ingredient list with short notes so you know what each part does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the cupcakes (from scratch)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All-purpose flour \u2014 the base for tender crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking powder + a pinch of salt \u2014 for lift and balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unsalted butter \u2014 for richness and structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Granulated <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/cinnamon-sugar-donut-bread-sweet-loaf-recipes\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"994\">sugar \u2014 sweetness<\/a> and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetable oil \u2014 keeps the crumb moist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs \u2014 binder and lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vanilla extract \u2014 brings depth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pink Champagne reduction<\/strong> \u2014 concentrates that ros\u00e9 flavor (reduce 1\u00bd cups to \u00be cup, reserve 2 Tbsp for frosting).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pink gel food coloring \u2014 small amounts give that soft blush (go slow!).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the buttercream<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Room-temp unsalted butter \u2014 base of frosting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confectioners\u2019 sugar \u2014 sweetness and body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u20132 Tbsp reserved champagne reduction \u2014 for real champagne flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A splash of milk (if needed) \u2014 to adjust swirlability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortcut (boxed mix version)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>White cake mix, eggs, oil + the pink champagne reduction (replace liquids in the box directions with the cooled reduction where suggested). Super fast and very tasty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of a frosted cupcake on a cake stand \u2014 Pink Champagne Cupcakes with pearl sprinkles, silky buttercream, and a soft blush hue.\" class=\"wp-image-54260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make them \u2014 step-by-step (scratch method)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the reduction.<\/strong> Simmer 1\u00bd cups pink champagne in a small saucepan until it reduces to about \u00be cup (6\u20138 minutes). Set aside: 2 Tbsp for frosting, the rest cools for batter. This concentrates flavor and cooks off most alcohol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preheat &amp; prep.<\/strong> Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F. Line cupcake tins with liners and set aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix dry ingredients.<\/strong> Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream butter + sugar.<\/strong> Beat the butter until fluffy, add sugar, then add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and oil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alternate add.<\/strong> With mixer on low, alternate adding dry mix and champagne reduction until just combined. Do <strong>not<\/strong> overmix. <strong>Overmixing = dense cupcakes.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color.<\/strong> Add a tiny dot of pink gel and fold lightly until you get the shade you want.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake.<\/strong> Fill liners ~\u2154 full. Bake 18\u201320 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buttercream.<\/strong> Beat room-temp butter until pale, add sifted confectioners\u2019 sugar bit by bit, fold in 1\u20132 Tbsp reserved reduction and a splash of milk as needed until piping consistency. Pipe on cooled cupcakes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boxed-mix shortcut:<\/strong> follow box instructions but swap part of the liquid for cooled pink champagne reduction and add 1\u20132 drops color gel if desired. Bake at 325\u00b0F for about 18 minutes (as the box suggests cooler temp for denser batters).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pro tips<\/strong> (these matter)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Always<\/strong> let cupcakes cool completely before <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/applesauce-cake-with-cinnamon-cream-cheese-frosting-cakes-for-fall-season\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"995\">frosting \u2014 warm cakes<\/a> + soft buttercream = melt city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>gel<\/strong> color, not liquid \u2014 it gives vibrant color without thinning your batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reserve<\/strong> 1\u20132 tablespoons of the reduction for the buttercream \u2014 it\u2019s the magic bridge that ties cake + frosting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want a stronger champagne vibe? Add <strong>1 teaspoon<\/strong> of finely grated lemon zest to batter for brightness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the <strong>fanciest finish<\/strong>, toss on tiny edible pearls or pink sanding sugar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try (playful ideas)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/white-chocolate-raspberry-champagne-cupcakes-recipe\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"996\">Champagne Cupcakes With Raspberry<\/a> Frosting:<\/strong> fold a spoonful of raspberry puree into part of the buttercream and pipe a two-tone swirl. (Bold, fruity, super pretty.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boozy Cupcakes upgrade:<\/strong> stir 1 tsp of your favorite liqueur into the frosting \u2014 <em>FYI<\/em> this makes them more adult.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prosecco Cupcakes riff:<\/strong> swap pink champagne for Prosecco and add a splash of elderflower liqueur for a floral twist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Champagne + Chocolate:<\/strong> dip tops in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with gold dust \u2014 elegant and decadent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a party platter, serve alongside <strong>Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake<\/strong> bites for a luxe dessert spread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get picture-perfect frosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a large star tip and hold the piping bag at a 90\u00b0 angle. Start at the outer edge and circle inward, finishing with a little peak. <strong>Practice<\/strong> on parchment first if you\u2019re new to piping \u2014 it helps more than you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving suggestions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These cupcakes shine at showers, bridal parties, NYE, birthdays \u2014 basically anytime bubbly would fit. Pair with a glass of the same ros\u00e9 used in the reduction for a cute matchy-matchy touch. For a dessert board, add small plates of berries, macarons, and mini <strong>Boozy Cupcakes<\/strong> (if you want even more variety).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-3.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of a frosted cupcake on a cake stand \u2014 Pink Champagne Cupcakes with pearl sprinkles, silky buttercream, and a soft blush hue.\" class=\"wp-image-54261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage &amp; make-ahead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make ahead:<\/strong> Bake cupcakes a day in advance and store unfrosted in an airtight container. Frost on the day for best results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Store frosted cupcakes in the fridge for up to 3 days (bring to room temp before serving).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze:<\/strong> You can freeze unfrosted cupcakes (cool completely!) for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and frost when ready.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting quick guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cupcakes sink in the middle?<\/strong> Either oven temp too low or under-baked. Use an oven thermometer and doneness test (toothpick).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buttercream too runny?<\/strong> Add more sifted sugar, chill briefly, then re-whip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No champagne flavor?<\/strong> Make sure you reduced the wine \u2014 the reduction concentrates flavor. Also reserve the 1\u20132 Tbsp for frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ (because you\u2019ll ask these)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764906379486\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can kids eat these?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The reduction cooks off most alcohol, but if you\u2019re worried, use grape juice reduced the same way \u2014 still delicious.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764906388697\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I skip the oil?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Oil keeps cupcakes moist \u2014 replace with applesauce if you need to, but expect slightly different texture.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764906395632\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What if I don\u2019t have a mixer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Whisking by hand works fine \u2014 just take your time and beat until the batter is smooth.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764906402845\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Any non-alcoholic alternative?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 reduce white grape juice with a tiny touch of lemon to mimic the acidic brightness.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These <strong>Pink Champagne Cupcakes<\/strong> are the kind of dessert that makes any ordinary day feel like a special occasion. They\u2019re <strong>not<\/strong> fussy, they\u2019re downright charming, and they\u2019re forgiving \u2014 the boxed mix method proves that you don\u2019t need to be a baking wizard to impress a crowd. Whether you pick the scratch method to flex your baking muscles or go quick with the box mix, <strong>the pink sparkle is the point<\/strong> \u2014 and everyone will be asking where you bought them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what are you waiting for? Pop a bottle (or a can of grape juice if you prefer), reduce a little bubbly, and bake up a batch. Trust me \u2014 once you master the swirl, you\u2019ll be making these for every celebration from brunch to bridal showers. <strong>Cheers<\/strong> to cupcakes that taste like a party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-4.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of a frosted cupcake on a cake stand \u2014 Pink Champagne Cupcakes with pearl sprinkles, silky buttercream, and a soft blush hue.\" class=\"wp-image-54262\" 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class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Easy-Champagne-Cupcakes-\u2014-No-Fail-Pink-Champagne-Cupcakes-for-Beginners-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of a frosted cupcake on a cake stand \u2014 Pink Champagne Cupcakes with pearl sprinkles, silky buttercream, and a soft blush hue.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Easy Champagne Cupcakes \u2014 No-Fail Pink Champagne Cupcakes for Beginners<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span 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class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">40 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"24\">24<\/span> cupcakes <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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They\u2019re straightforward to make and look gorgeous with a pale pink swirl on top.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Cakes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35a3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35a3\" aria-label=\"1\u00bd cups pink champagne (see note)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35a3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\u00bd cups<\/span> pink champagne (see note)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35af\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35af\" aria-label=\"2 2\/3 cups all-purpose flour\"><label 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class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c3\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup salted butter, at room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> salted butter, at room temperature<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c9\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon vanilla extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35c9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35cf\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35cf\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup 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name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35df\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35df\" aria-label=\"pink gel food coloring (as needed)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35df\"><\/label><\/span>pink gel food coloring (as needed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Champagne Buttercream<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35e6\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35e6\" aria-label=\"1\u20132 tablespoons reserved champagne reduction\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35e6\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>\u2013<span data-amount=\"2\">2<\/span> tablespoons reserved champagne reduction<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35ec\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35ec\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup unsalted butter, softened\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35ec\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f2\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f2\" aria-label=\"2 cups confectioners\u2019 (powdered) sugar, sifted\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f2\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 cups<\/span> confectioners\u2019 (powdered) sugar, sifted<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f7\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35f7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35fe\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35fe\" aria-label=\"1\u20132 tablespoons milk (or as needed for consistency)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be9f35fe\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>\u2013<span data-amount=\"2\">2<\/span> tablespoons milk (or as needed for consistency)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"973\">Prepare the champagne reduction<\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1319\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\" data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1319\">\n<p data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1319\">Pour 1\u00bd cups of the pink sparkling wine into a small saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it bubble away until the volume shrinks to about \u00be cup (roughly 6\u20138 minutes). Remove from the heat and let it cool completely. Set aside <strong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1246\">1\u20132 tablespoons<\/strong> of this reduction for the frosting; the rest will be used in the batter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1341\">Make the batter<\/h4>\n<ol start=\"2\" data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"2284\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\" data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1423\">\n<p data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1423\">Preheat the oven to 325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\" data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1510\">\n<p data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1510\">In a bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt; set that dry mix aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\" data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1682\">\n<p data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1682\">In a large mixing bowl, combine the room-temperature salted butter and the vanilla. Using an electric mixer, work them together until the butter is soft and spreadable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\" data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1766\">\n<p data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1766\">Add the sugar, then the oil and the eggs, mixing until everything is homogenous.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\" data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"2061\">\n<p data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"2061\">Reduce the mixer speed and add the dry ingredients and the cooled champagne reduction alternately \u2014 a little flour, then some liquid, repeating until both are fully incorporated. Scrape the bowl sides occasionally. Fold in a tiny amount of pink gel until the batter reaches your desired hue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\" data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2284\">\n<p data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2284\">Spoon the batter into the prepared liners, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake 18\u201320 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool the cupcakes on a rack.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2311\">Make the buttercream<\/h4>\n<ol start=\"8\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<p data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2694\">In a clean bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth. Add the sifted confectioners\u2019 sugar in batches, then beat in the vanilla and <strong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2476\">1\u20132 tablespoons<\/strong> of the reserved champagne reduction. Add milk a little at a time to reach a pipeable texture. Taste and adjust \u2014 add a touch more reduction if you want a stronger champagne note, or more sugar to stiffen the frosting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2707\">Finish<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\" data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2869\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\" data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2869\">\n<p data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2869\">Once the cupcakes are fully cool, pipe or spread the buttercream on top. Decorate with sprinkles, edible pearls, or a tiny drop of extra reduction if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Reducing the champagne concentrates flavor and removes most of the alcohol; reserve a small portion for the frosting before mixing the larger quantity into the batter.<\/li>\n<li>Use gel food coloring so you don\u2019t thin the batter. A little goes a long way.<\/li>\n<li>Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting \u2014 warm cakes will make the buttercream slide.<\/li>\n<li>Store frosted cupcakes in the fridge for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">274kcal<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">27g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">70mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">13g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Saturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-saturated-fat\">9g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">38g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">1g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">2g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">48mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-base-3-color\">Pink Champagne Cupcakes, Easy Champagne Cupcakes, Prosecco Cupcakes, How To Make Champagne Cupcakes, Champagne Cupcakes From Scratch, Champagne Cupcakes With Raspberry Frosting, Champagne Cupcake Recipes, Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake, Boozy Cupcakes<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pink Champagne Cupcakes \u2014 Easy Champagne Cupcakes for Beginners Pink Champagne Cupcakes are light, airy little party bombs that taste like a celebration in your mouth \u2014 soft vanilla crumb with a whisper of bubbly and a pillowy champagne buttercream on top. 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