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    Home » Recipes » Drinks for Two

    Champagne Time!

    Published: Dec 30, 2013 · Modified: Aug 17, 2021 by Christina Lane · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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    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.

    Champagne Sundaes Dessert For Two

     

    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!

    Champagne-Cupcakes

    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!

    Fall Sangria - DessertForTwo.com

     

    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!

    Sangria-Sorbet

    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:

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    1. Cheryl says

      December 30, 2013 at 5:16 pm

      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.

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    2. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says

      December 30, 2013 at 6:57 pm

      Some seriously fantastic recipes on here. Your Champagne cupcake for two are my favorite :)

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    3. Lynn @ The Actor's Diet says

      December 30, 2013 at 10:55 pm

      happy (almost) new year!!!

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    4. Josies Yogurt says

      December 31, 2013 at 4:15 am

      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.

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    5. Erika says

      December 31, 2013 at 12:20 pm

      Love this!! Happy New Year and best wishes in 2014!

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    6. grandbabycakes says

      January 02, 2014 at 4:26 pm

      Adore this! Happy New Year!

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    7. Shikha la mode says

      January 02, 2014 at 7:36 pm

      Love the idea of champagne desserts - happy new year!

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    8. Nutmeg Nanny says

      January 03, 2014 at 8:18 pm

      I hope that you had a lovely new years eve! I especially love the sorbet and champagne :) so pretty!

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    9. Willow @ Will Cook For Friends says

      January 04, 2014 at 10:41 am

      Happy New Year, Christina! What an awesome round up of champagne treats -- yum! Good luck with your move!

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    Hi, I'm Christina! Christina Lane is the author of 4 cookbooks all about cooking and baking for two. She has scaled down hundreds of recipes into smaller servings so you can enjoy your favorite dishes without the leftovers! Valentine's Day is her favorite holiday.

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