Champaign Cake

Delight in the elegance of a Champagne Cake, a sophisticated and celebratory dessert perfect for weddings, anniversaries, or any special occasion. This fluffy, moist layer cake boasts subtle notes of champagne, lending a unique sparkle to its flavor profile. Made with a tender crumb and layered with creamy buttercream frosting, this cake can be tinted with pink or gold hues for a dazzling presentation. The recipe is easy to follow, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time, with the option to enhance it further with edible decorations or a champagne glaze. Whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging in a luxurious treat, this festive champagne cake is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup champagne (or sparkling wine)
• 3 cups buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade)
• 0.25 teaspoons pink or gold food coloring gel (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour three 8-inch round cake pans, then set them aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

On low speed, alternately add the dry flour mixture and the champagne to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. (Example sequence: 1/3 flour mixture, 1/2 champagne, 1/3 flour mixture, remaining champagne, remaining flour mixture.) Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake layer comes out clean.

Step 8

Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, tint the buttercream frosting with pink or gold food coloring gel for a festive touch. Mix until the desired color is evenly distributed.

Step 10

Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then repeat with the second and third cake layers, finishing with a thick coat of frosting over the top and sides.

Step 11

Optional: Decorate the cake with edible pearls, sprinkles, or a drizzle of champagne glaze for added elegance.

Step 12

Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing to ensure stability. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1930.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6580.0

Total Fat 165.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1099.2mg	0%
Sodium 3094.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1153.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 795.0g
Protein 64.9g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 252.1mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 986.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 72.5%