## Introduction
Welcome to another classic delight – The Pink Champagne Cake. This is no ordinary cake. It’s a charming dessert that brings a taste of elegance and celebration to your dining table. Its light and fluffy layers lovingly infused with a delicate hint of champagne is the show-stopper twist that everyone craves for!
## Why Make This Recipe
The Pink Champagne Cake is more than just a dessert, it’s an experience. Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary or, a casual friends gathering, it brings a chic touch while celebrating sweetness and love. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to make at home. No fancy chefs required!
## How to Make Pink Champagne Cake
Let’s delve into making this delicious dessert.
## Ingredients
For the cake:
– 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 2 ½ tsp baking powder
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large egg whites
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 ¼ cups pink champagne (or sparkling rosé)
– A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)
For the frosting:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cups powdered sugar
– ¼ cup pink champagne
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)
## Directions
1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, combine butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add egg whites and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Then, alternately add the flour mix and the pink champagne, starting and ending with the former. Stir in pink food coloring at this point, if desired.
3. Now it’s time to bake. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Keep them in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool down a bit before moving it to cool completely.
4. As the cake is resting, start preparing the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, pink champagne, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. You can add some pink food coloring for an extra rosy hue.
5. Finally, it’s time to assemble the cake! Place one cake layer on a plate, apply a thick layer of frosting over it. Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake as desired.
## How to Serve Pink Champagne Cake
Slice the cake and serve it as it is. The pink champagne cake doesn’t demand any extras. Its subtle pink tone itself is a joy to behold.
## How to Store Pink Champagne Cake
You can store the pink champagne cake in an airtight container in the fridge. It should be good for 2-3 days.
## Tips to Make Pink Champagne Cake
Do not over-mix the batter, it can make the cake dense. If you want a stronger champagne flavor, use brut champagne or reduce champagne on the stove to concentrate it.
## Variation
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the pink champagne with apple juice or pink lemonade.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I use ordinary champagne instead of pink?
A: Yes, you will still have the champagne flavor but without the pink hue.
Q2: How do I know if the cake is properly baked?
A: The cake is done when it’s firm to the touch. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
Q3: What does the pink champagne do in the cake?
A: Pink champagne gives the cake a subtly sweet and tangy flavor, and adds a delightful pink color.