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Peach Bellini Cupcakes

Deliciously moist cupcakes infused with peach flavor and topped with a sparkling prosecco frosting, inspired by the classic Peach Bellini cocktail.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup peach puree fresh or canned
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Prosecco Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup prosecco or other sparkling wine
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
  • 12 slices fresh peach for topping

Method
 

Make the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the peach puree and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Add the heavy cream, prosecco, and vanilla extract, and beat on high speed until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cupcakes
  1. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the prosecco frosting using a piping bag or spatula.
  2. Top each cupcake with a slice of fresh peach.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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