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Peach Bellini Cupcakes

A delightful cupcake infused with peach flavor and a hint of champagne, topped with luscious peach frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup champagne or sparkling wine
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup peach puree (fresh or canned)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for frosting)
  • Fresh peach slices (for garnish)
  • Sparkling sugar (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl for about 3–5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, incorporating each before the next, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in the dry ingredients alternately with the champagne, ending with the dry mix, and incorporate the peach puree carefully.
  6. Scoop the batter into prepared cupcake pans, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Beat softened butter for frosting until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream. Add peach puree for extra flavor if desired.
  10. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with fresh peach slices and sparkling sugar.

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for several days or refrigerated for up to a week. They freeze well for up to three months.

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Keywords: Peach Cupcakes, Summer Desserts, Peach Recipes, Cupcake Recipes, Celebration Treats