Pear Champagne Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   In a small bowl mix flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
3. 3
   In mixer (or just large bowl), cream butter and sugar until well mixed and airy.
4. 4
   Add eggs, one at a time, making sure each one is full incorporated before adding next.
5. 5
   Slowly add in flour mixture making sure it is fully incorporated.
6. 6
   Stir in vanilla and champagne.
7. 7
   Stir in pears.
8. 8
   Scoop an even amount of dough into each cup.
9. 9
   Bake for about 16 minutes. I started checking around 12 just to be safe.
10. 10
    You want them to be golden in color.
11. 11
    Remove cupcakes from oven and cool in tins for 2 minutes. Transfer to cooling rack.
12. 12
    When cupcakes are completely cooled, top with frosting.