Name: A Toast to the New Year – Champagne and Strawberry Cupcakes with Champagne Buttercream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 16 cupcakes
Ingredients: For the cupcakes:; 1/2 cup butter at room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs at room temperature; 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup champagne or sparkling wine; 1/4 cup pureed fresh strawberries (you can use frozen but be sure to measure the berries after they've been pureed); For the buttercream frosting:; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons champagne or sparkling wine; 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature; 3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar