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The Prettiest Pink Champagne Mini Bundt Cakes

Pink Champagne Mini Bundt Cakes

Pink Champagne Mini Bundt Cakes are elegant, tender little cakes infused with a delicate champagne flavor and finished with a sweet pink glaze. Beautiful and festive, these individual Bundt cakes are perfect for Valentine’s Day, bridal showers, birthdays, weddings, and special celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Mini Bundt Cakes
  • 1 cup sparkling rosé, divided
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1  tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2  teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • A small amount of pink gel food coloring
For the Rosé Glaze
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4  cup sparkling rosé

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease and flour a 6-cavity mini bundt pan, making sure to coat all the detailed grooves.
  2. Pour 1/2 cup of the sparkling rosé into a small saucepan. Bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat and cook until the liquid has reduced to about 1/4 cup. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool completely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, melted butter, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until well combined. Mix in the sour cream until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix gently. Add the cooled reduced rosé, then add the remaining dry ingredients and remaining 1/2 cup of sparkling rosé. Mix just until the batter is combined.
  6. Add a very small amount of pink gel food coloring. Mix gently until the batter reaches a soft pink shade.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared mini bundt cavities, filling each about two-thirds to three-quarters full.
  8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Carefully loosen the edges with a thin knife, then turn the cakes onto a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
  10. To make the glaze, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and water. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly.
  11. Remove the syrup from the heat and carefully stir in the sparkling rosé.
  12. While the glaze is still warm, poke several small holes in the cooled cakes with a toothpick or fork. Spoon the glaze over each cake and allow it to soak into the crumb.
  13. Let the glaze settle before serving. Add a light dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or delicate sprinkles if desired.

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Notes

  • Greasing and flouring the mini bundt pan thoroughly is essential because the cakes have a delicate, sponge-like crumb.
  • Start with only a tiny amount of pink food coloring. You can always add more if needed.
  • Baking time depends on the size and material of your mini bundt pan, so use a toothpick rather than time alone to check for doneness.
  • The sparkling rosé should be fresh and bubbly when possible.
  • For an alcohol-free version, use an alcohol-free sparkling rosé.
  • If using a sweeter sparkling wine, the finished cakes and glaze may taste noticeably sweeter.
  • For the neatest presentation, allow the cakes to cool completely before adding decorative toppings.