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Peach Bellini Bliss Cupcakes Recipe

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Peach Bellini Bliss Cupcakes are light and fluffy vanilla cupcakes infused with peach puree and sparkling grape juice, topped with a smooth peach-flavored buttercream frosting. Perfect for brunches or special occasions, these cupcakes combine the refreshing flavors of a classic peach bellini cocktail into a delightful dessert.

Ingredients

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Cupcakes

  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sparkling grape juice
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup peach puree (fresh or canned)

Buttercream Frosting

  • 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3–4 cups (360–480 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3–4 tablespoons peach puree
  • 1–2 tablespoons sparkling grape juice
  • Pinch of salt

Garnish

  • Fresh peach slices
  • Candied peach or cherry (optional)
  • Sparkling sugar or granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening and salt throughout the batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy; this usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes and helps incorporate air for a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time to the creamed butter mixture, beating well after each addition to maintain a smooth batter and proper emulsification.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together sparkling grape juice, whole milk, vanilla extract, and peach puree. This mixture adds moisture and flavor to the cupcakes.
  6. Incorporate Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with the wet mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cupcakes.
  7. Fill Cupcake Liners and Bake: Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare Buttercream Frosting: Beat the unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add in powdered sugar, then the peach puree, sparkling grape juice, and a pinch of salt. Continue beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  9. Frost and Garnish: Once cupcakes have cooled, use a piping bag to frost them with the peach buttercream. Garnish each cupcake with fresh peach slices and a sprinkle of sparkling sugar. Optionally, add candied peach or cherry for extra decoration and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Use fresh or canned peach puree depending on availability; fresh gives a brighter flavor.
  • Sparkling grape juice can be replaced with sparkling white grape juice or non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
  • You can adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the frosting to reach your desired sweetness and consistency.
  • Cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

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