Description
Butterbeer Cupcakes Recipe – Inspired by the world of Harry Potter, these magical Butterbeer cupcakes feature a moist, butterscotch-flavored cake topped with a creamy butterscotch buttercream frosting. Perfect for Harry Potter fans and special occasions, this easy Butterbeer cupcake recipe brings the delicious taste of the wizarding world to your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter flavoring (optional)
½ cup buttermilk
¼ cup cream soda
For the Butterscotch Buttercream Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons heavy cream
A pinch of salt
For Garnish:
Extra butterscotch sauce for drizzling
Gold sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the Cupcake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and butter flavoring (if using).
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Stir in the cream soda until smooth.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the Butterscotch Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in butterscotch sauce, vanilla, cream, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
- Frost the Cupcakes: Once cupcakes have cooled, pipe or spread the frosting onto the cupcakes. Drizzle with extra butterscotch sauce and sprinkle with gold glitter or sprinkles, if desired.
Notes
If you prefer, you can make homemade butterscotch sauce instead of using store-bought for an extra rich flavor.
Butter flavoring is optional but enhances the classic Butterbeer taste.
Store any leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 350 kcal per cupcake