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Elegant Champagne Cupcakes with Gold Glitter

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Light, fluffy cupcakes infused with champagne and topped with edible gold glitter, perfect for special occasions and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 ml) champagne, chilled (Brut or Extra Dry)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) milk, whole or 2% (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • Gold edible glitter, for decorating
  • Buttercream frosting:
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp (15–30 ml) champagne

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add one-third of the dry ingredients, followed by half of the champagne and milk. Repeat until all ingredients are combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If needed, bake 2-3 more minutes.
  8. Remove cupcakes from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. To prepare the champagne buttercream, beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla extract. Slowly add champagne and beat until fluffy. Adjust consistency as needed.
  10. Frost each cooled cupcake using an offset spatula or piping bag. Sprinkle gold edible glitter on top lightly.

Notes

Bring eggs and butter to room temperature for better mixing and rise. Fold champagne and milk gently to keep batter airy. Use fresh baking powder. Avoid opening oven door during first 15 minutes of baking. Use FDA-approved edible gold glitter only. For non-alcoholic version, substitute champagne with sparkling white grape juice or apple cider.

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