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sparkling champagne bundt cake

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Cakes
Servings: 12
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • *for the cake*
  • 2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup {1 stick} unsalted butter softened
  • 4 eggs
  • cup sour cream
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅓ cup champagne
  • *for the glaze*
  • ¼ cup champagne
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • *for the frosting*
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup champagne
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F, and spray a bundt pan with baking spray {or use butter & flour}.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Add in the butter, and beat on low until it's incorporated and has a sandy texture.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla, and add them to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
  • Finally, pour in the champagne, and beat on medium-low until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the batter in the prepared bundt pan, and cook for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with a few crumbs. Set aside to cool slightly, then turn out onto a serving platter to finish cooling.
  • Next, make the glaze. In a small pot, combine the sugar and champagne and heat over medium heat. Whisk often until sugar is completely melted and allow to boil for 3-4 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temp before using. Using a pastry brush, brush the cake evenly 2-3 times with the glaze until cake is moist and soaked through.
  • Finally, make the frosting. In a small bowl, whisk together the champagne and vanilla extract. Add in the powdered sugar a little at a time, whisking to be sure the frosting stays smooth. When done, drizzle liberally on cake. Top with sprinkles, if desired. Enjoy!