Rich and moist, these Champagne Cupcakes are full of flavor and ever so decadent! The Champagne Buttercream Frosting itself is the true champion of these cupcakes. These cupcakes are perfect for a bridal event or even New Years.
Sometimes you just want to make something fancy for an event. While you could go pick up some ordinary cupcakes from the store, it’s even more fun to create your very own fancy cupcakes right at home! With this recipe, you’ll be using a delicious buttercream frosting and a classic cake recipe!
This Champagne Cupcakes recipe is just one of the many cupcake recipes available on the blog! This particular cupcake recipe is great for birthdays, New Years, or any other holiday that you want to add a little sparkle and bling to!
Champagne Cupcake Recipe
Ingredients Needed to Make Champagne Cupcakes:
- Vanilla Cake Mix
- Champagne or Sparkling Wine
- Eggs
- Oil
How to Make Champagne Cupcakes
For the cupcakes:
Go ahead and set up all of the supplies and get the cupcake baking party started!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and fill pan with cupcake liners
Mix the cupcakes.
In a large mixing bowl beat together cake mix, champagne, eggs and oil until well combined.
Start the cupcake prep and baking process!
Divide into cupcake liners, ⅔ full. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely, and then it’s time to make the Champagne Frosting ! Champagne Desserts are the best!
Ingredients Needed to Make Champagne Frosting
- Butter
- Powdered sugar
- Heavy whipping cream
- Champagne or sparkling wine
- Bridal Bling Sprinkle Mix
- Wedding Bells
- Edible Glamour Gold Glitter
- Cheers Champagne Cupcake Toppers
How to Make Champagne Frosting
Cream the butter, be sure it’s nice and fluffy
Then sift the powdered sugar, we recommend sifting because it creates a nice smooth frosting with no lumps.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream and champagne
How to Decorate Champagne Cupcakes for a Bridal Shower
Feel free to match the sprinkles to the wedding colors, we used Wedding Bells and Bridal Bling.
Make the Champagne Cupcakes and then frost the cupcakes using a large star tip and piping bag.
Decorate with sprinkles and then add the Glitter and Champagne Cupcake Toppers.
Champagne Cupcake FAQs
How long will these cupcakes keep?
These cupcakes are best eaten the same day they’re made. However, they will keep for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Can I use a different type of alcohol in the buttercream?
Yes, you can use any type of alcohol that you like. Just keep in mind that the flavor will be different.
How can I get the perfect swirls on top of the cupcakes?
To get perfect swirls, it’s important to use a piping bag fitted with a star tip. You can also use a ziplock bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the buttercream onto the cupcakes in a circular motion, starting from the outside and working your way in.
Do I need to use champagne in these cupcakes?
No, you can use any type of sparkling wine that you like. Just keep in mind that the flavor will be different.
What is the best way to store these cupcakes?
These cupcakes are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 days.
How do you create hi hat cupcakes?
If you’re looking to create hi hat cupcakes, then this HI Hat Cupcakes Recipe is for you!
Other Cupcake Recipes to Try…
….and yes, you can dig into the cupcakes section of our blog, you won’t be able to get enough of all the sweet cupcake recipe options!
Champagne Cupcakes with Champagne Frosting
Rich and moist, these Champagne Cupcakes are full of flavor and ever so decadent! The buttercream frosting itself is the true champion of these cupcakes. These cupcakes are perfect for a bridal event or even New Years.
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup champagne or sparkling wine
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
- Champagne Frosting
- 1 cup (2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup champagne or sparkling wine
- Bridal Bling Sprinkle Mix
- Wedding Bells
- Edible Glamour Gold Glitter
- Cheers Champagne Cupcake Toppers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and add cupcake liners to pan
- In a large mixing bowl beat together cake mix, champagne, eggs and oil until well combined.
- Divide batter using a cookie dough scoop
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
- Remove from oven and allow to cool before frosting
- Cool completely on wire rack
Frosting
- In a large mixing cream butter until fluffy and smooth
- Sift powdered sugar into a medium bowl, this step is optional but it makes the frosting very smooth and easier to mix
- Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream and champagne
Decorating
- After cupcakes are cooled, fit a piping bag with a large star tip and fill with frosting
- Pipe frosting onto the cupcake
- Decorate with sprinkles, glitter and champagne cupcake topper
- Store in airtight container in a single layer until ready to serve