Pink Champagne Cake Recipe

Why Make This Recipe

Pink Champagne Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the elegance of champagne with the sweetness of cake. It’s perfect for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration where you want to impress your guests. The light texture and subtle flavor of pink champagne make this cake not only beautiful but also delicious!

How to Make Pink Champagne Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (281 grams)
• 2 ¼ tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 ½ cup granulated sugar
• 5 large egg whites (150 grams, boxed or fresh)
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup pink champagne (or sparkling wine)
• Pink gel food coloring (optional)
• 1.5 cups unsalted butter (3 sticks)
• 6 cups powdered sugar (1 ½ pounds)
• 2/3 cup pink champagne (or sparkling wine)
• Pinch salt (omit if using salted butter)
• Pink gel food coloring (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• White chocolate drip
• Chocolate covered strawberries
• Champagne marshmallows

Directions:

Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat 1.5 cups of softened unsalted butter until creamy.
2. Gradually add in 6 cups of powdered sugar, mixing well.
3. Pour in 2/3 cup of pink champagne and a pinch of salt.
4. If desired, mix in pink gel food coloring and vanilla extract until you reach your desired color and consistency.

Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream together ¾ cup of softened butter and 1 ½ cups of sugar until fluffy.
4. Add egg whites and vanilla, mixing well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1 cup of pink champagne until combined.
6. If using, mix in pink gel food coloring to achieve the desired color.
7. Divide the batter evenly into greased cake pans.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

How to Serve Pink Champagne Cake

Serve Pink Champagne Cake by slicing it into generous portions. You can enhance its presentation by adding white chocolate drip on top and decorating with chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne marshmallows. This will not only look stunning but also elevate the taste experience for your guests!

How to Store Pink Champagne Cake

To store Pink Champagne Cake, keep it covered in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep it fresh longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing the cake. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and it can last for up to 3 months in the freezer.

Tips to Make Pink Champagne Cake

1. Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
2. Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements, especially for the flour.
3. Adjust the amount of pink gel food coloring to your preference for a deeper shade.
4. Ensure your oven is preheated for even baking.

Variation

To mix things up, you could try using different flavored sparkling wines or adding fruit fillings between the layers. You could also create a layer of raspberry or strawberry jam for a fruity twist!

FAQs

1. Can I use regular champagne instead of pink champagne?
Yes, you can use regular champagne, but the cake will be less visually appealing.

2. What can I use instead of egg whites?
You can use egg white substitutes or aquafaba for a vegan option.

3. How can I make this cake more festive?
Add edible glitter or confetti on top, or use colorful sprinkles along the sides for a fun touch!

Pink Champagne Cake

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• Author: oumardaabdelali
• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A delightful dessert combining the elegance of champagne with sweet cake, perfect for special occasions.

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Ingredients

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• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (281 grams)
• 2 ¼ tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 ½ cup granulated sugar
• 5 large egg whites (150 grams, boxed or fresh)
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup pink champagne (or sparkling wine)
• Pink gel food coloring (optional)
• 1.5 cups unsalted butter (3 sticks, for frosting)
• 6 cups powdered sugar (1 ½ pounds)
• 2/3 cup pink champagne (or sparkling wine, for frosting)
• Pinch salt (omit if using salted butter)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for frosting)
• White chocolate drip (for serving)
• Chocolate covered strawberries (for serving)
• Champagne marshmallows (for serving)

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, beat 1.5 cups of softened unsalted butter until creamy.
2. Gradually add in 6 cups of powdered sugar, mixing well.
3. Pour in 2/3 cup of pink champagne and a pinch of salt.
4. If desired, mix in pink gel food coloring and vanilla extract until you reach your desired color and consistency.
5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
7. In another bowl, cream together ¾ cup of softened butter and 1 ½ cups of sugar until fluffy.
8. Add egg whites and vanilla, mixing well.
9. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1 cup of pink champagne until combined.
10. If using, mix in pink gel food coloring to achieve desired color.
11. Divide the batter evenly into greased cake pans.
12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

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Notes

Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing. Adjust the amount of pink gel food coloring to your preference for a deeper shade.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 50g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Pink Champagne Cake, dessert, special occasion, celebration, baking