Today is the day I start singing 'It's the most wonderful time of the yeeeeeeeeear!'
You probably think I'm a bit late with that, but I love fresh starts, new beginnings, second chances, clean slates, do-overs, and all the things exactly like that! The start of a new year refreshes and renews my goals in life. You all set life goals every year, don't you? You really should---it's fun!
I will be ringing in the new year with our Kansas friends, and then the very next morning, we're officially moving to St Louis. It seems fitting to spend the last day of 2013 with old friends, and start the new year in a new city. Plus, hello easier taxes next year!
Normally, I'm a champagne-on-a-Tuesday kind of a gal. You know this. But, on New Year's Eve, I get even more excited. I infuse all of my desserts with champagne, too!
First up, champange sundaes with toasted pound cake croutons.
Any flavor of sorbet + your favorite bubbly = always a winning combination. Here's a little tip: use store-bought pound cake for the easiest assembly.
Next up: champagne cupcakes for two. This recipe only makes 4 cupcakes, so if you and your honey are spending New Year's Eve at home, this is perfect for you. The recipe only uses a glass of champagne---the rest is for you and your sweetie!
If you're looking for a champagne punch recipe, you're going to love my Champagne Sangria made with figs, orange zest, and plenty of warm spices. Try substituting dried figs soaked in Cointreau for the fresh figs. The recipe calls for a light red wine and a splash of Brut Rose (pink bubbles) before serving. So impressive!
And how about a little something icy? I modified my Sangria Sorbet recipe to use pink champagne instead of the wine. I love it love it LOVE IT. I can't get enough!
I feel like I have you where I want you: all good and boozy. You're welcome. Have a fantastic New Year's Eve, friends!
Check out these other festive desserts for New Year's Eve from around the internet:
Cheryl says
Girl.. you are just the greatest. I can't get over how amazing each and every one of these is! So elegant, but none of them is over-the-top with the prep and involvement.
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says
Some seriously fantastic recipes on here. Your Champagne cupcake for two are my favorite :)
Lynn @ The Actor's Diet says
happy (almost) new year!!!
Josies Yogurt says
Merry X-Mas and Happy New Year. Great to be on your blog post and go through this recipe. Liked it. Thank you for sharing.
Erika says
Love this!! Happy New Year and best wishes in 2014!
grandbabycakes says
Adore this! Happy New Year!
Shikha la mode says
Love the idea of champagne desserts - happy new year!
Nutmeg Nanny says
I hope that you had a lovely new years eve! I especially love the sorbet and champagne :) so pretty!
Willow @ Will Cook For Friends says
Happy New Year, Christina! What an awesome round up of champagne treats -- yum! Good luck with your move!