Description
If you’re looking to impress with a stunning dessert that tastes just as good as it looks, this Pink Champagne Cake is your go-to! Delicate, fluffy, and kissed with the subtle sparkle of champagne, this cake is perfect for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or a sweet addition to your easy dinner party menu. The layers are tender and light, complemented by a creamy pink champagne buttercream and fresh raspberries that bring vibrant color and a touch of tartness. Whether you’re exploring new breakfast ideas for a brunch celebration or need a show-stopping centerpiece for your dessert table, this easy recipe delivers elegance and flavor in every bite. With its dreamy color, soft crumb, and festive flair, this cake is a must-try for lovers of unique food ideas and quick, beautiful desserts.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 ¾ cups cake flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
5 large egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup pink champagne or sparkling rosé
Pink gel food coloring (optional)
For the Buttercream:
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
¼ cup pink champagne
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pink food coloring (optional)
Fresh raspberries and mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla.
- Add flour mixture and champagne alternately, beginning and ending with flour. Add food coloring if desired.
- Divide batter evenly among pans and bake 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
- For buttercream, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then champagne and vanilla. Beat until fluffy. Tint pink if desired.
- Assemble cake by layering frosting between each layer and around the outside. Garnish with raspberries and mint.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert