Description
This champagne cake is light, tender, and quietly elegant. It’s the kind of dessert that feels celebratory without being overwhelming, perfect for special occasions or moments that deserve a little extra care. The champagne adds a delicate depth that sets this cake apart from classic vanilla, creating a refined flavor that still feels comforting and familiar. Whether served plain, lightly frosted, or paired with fresh fruit, this cake brings a sense of occasion to the table while remaining approachable for home bakers. It’s simple enough to make on a relaxed afternoon and special enough to share with people you love.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter
- Egg whites
- Champagne or sparkling wine
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare cake pans with butter and parchment paper.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg whites gradually, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and champagne, mixing gently.
- Divide batter evenly and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- For best results, use room-temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter. A dry champagne produces the most balanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg