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Pink Champagne Cake Recipe


  • Author: Sophia Langley
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Add flour mixture and champagne alternately, beginning and ending with flour. Add food coloring if desired.
  6. Divide batter evenly among pans and bake 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
  7. For buttercream, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then champagne and vanilla. Beat until fluffy. Tint pink if desired.
  8. 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