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Peach Bellini Cupcakes

Peach Bellini Cupcakes

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Peach Bellini Cupcakes are the perfect blend of fruity sweetness and fluffy texture, making them an elegant addition to any gathering. These delightful treats feature a moist cupcake infused with sparkling grape juice and fresh peach puree, topped with a silky peach buttercream frosting. Ideal for brunches, baby showers, or any festive occasion, these cupcakes will charm your guests and leave them wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 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 or sparkling apple vinegar
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup peach puree (fresh or canned)
  • 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 or sparkling apple vinegar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh peach slices
  • Candied peach or cherry (optional)
  • Sparkling sugar or granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in each egg individually until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the sparkling grape juice (or vinegar), whole milk, vanilla extract, and peach puree.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture into the creamed butter mixture by alternating with the wet ingredients.
  7. Spoon the batter into lined cupcake tins until they're about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow them to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Prepare buttercream by beating room temperature butter until smooth, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar, peach puree, and sparkling grape juice, mixing until fluffy.
  10. Frost each cupcake using a piping bag and garnish with fresh peach slices and sparkling sugar.

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