Check Out These Special Sweets: Champagne Infused Desserts Are So In Vogue Right Now

Desserts are mandatory at every party and gathering. And infusing them with champagne takes them up a notch, intensifying the mood of celebration. These desserts are sophisticated and signify luxury, making them perfect for special celebrations. The bubbliness and sweetness of champagne means they add unique flavour and texture to the desserts. Here, we discuss some of the best champagne infused desserts, presenting the recipe for each batter, so you simply have to mix all the ingredients in and bake the batter. Remember to serve them alongside a glass of chilled champagne for an extra touch of elegance.

Champagne cake

One of the most exciting and classic desserts that can be infused with champagne is cake. It's going to sweet and tender, moist and also offer a slight kick. A literal celebration in the mouth with every bite.

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• 226 gm unsalted butter room temperature
• 350 gm granulated sugar
• 6 large egg whites room temperature
• 345 gm cake flour
• 14 gm baking powder
• 6 gm salt
• 3 cups champagne
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 240 gm sour cream room temperature

For the buttercream:

• 452 gm unsalted butter, slightly cold
• 750 gm powdered sugar, measured and then sifted
• 43 gm heavy cream
• 1/2 cup champagne
• pinch of salt

Champagne Macarons

This classic dessert is already revered for its class and sophistication. Adding champagne to them takes them up a notch. Remember to keep the crunch of the biscuit intact as you go about make these champagne macarons.

Ingredients:

• 100 gm egg whites, room temperature
• ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
• 60 gm granulated sugar
• 110 gm almond flour, sifted
• 200 gm powdered sugar, sifted
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• edible gold paint, optional
• 2 tablespoons champagne reduction
• 113 grams unsalted butter, room temperature
• 180 grams powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• pinch kosher salt

Champagne Cupcakes

Another option that's going to be a hit is cupcakes infused with champagne. Sprinkle some edible gold dust on top and you have a divine offering that's going to impress everyone. Theyre also surprisingly easy to make, reducing the hassle and drama for you.

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

• 248 gm all purpose flour
• 42 gm cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 170 gm unsalted butter softened
• 300 gm granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 237 ml champagne bubbly; not flat

For the soak:

• 60 ml champagne
• 50 gm sugar

For the frosting:

• 113 gm unsalted butter, softened
• 565 gm powdered sugar
• 30 ml champagne
• 60 ml heavy whipping cream

Champagne Cheesecake

Another great dessert that can be infused with champagne is cheesecake. This already decadent dessert can get an upgrade, making it lighter, airier and more exciting, by adding champagne to the mix. Here’s everything you’ll need.

Ingredients:

For the champagne reduction:

• 480 ml champagne

For the crust:

• 302 gm vanilla wafer crumbs (or graham cracker crumbs)
• 140 gm butter (salted or unsalted), melted
• 39 gm sugar

For the champagne filling:

• 678 gm cream cheese, room temperature
• 207 gm sugar
• 24 gm all-purpose flour
• 58 gm sour cream, room temperature
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup champagne reduction
• 4 large eggs, room temperature

For the champagne topping:

• 16 gm cornstarch
• 104 gm sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 180 ml champagne
• 90 ml heavy cream
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed

For the whipped cream:

• 240 g heavy whipping cream, cold
• 100 g powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Sprinkles, optional

Champagne Mousse

Another dessert you can make that’s already rich and decadent but will take on more layers and nuances with the addition of champagne is mousse. Thick, creamy and delicious, it's going to doubly light and airy if you use a nice and bubbly champagne.

Ingredients:

• 4 egg yolks
• 50 g sugar
• 178 ml + 3 tbsp champagne, divided
• 1 package of gelatin
• 250 g cups heavy cream
• 100 g powdered sugar
• raspberries (or black raspberries)

Champagne Frosting

No matter what dish you choose, to make, you’ll probably need a nice frosting to go with it. Or you can have regular cake or cupcakes, but with a champagne infused frosting. Here’s a frosting recipe that uses champagne and will work well with any dessert.

Ingredients:

• 180 ml champagne or sparkling wine
• 226 gm unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 480 gm confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• pinch salt