Description
Indulge in the magic of the wizarding world with these enchanting Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes. Fluffy vanilla cupcakes with a hint of cream soda are topped with a rich butterscotch frosting, reminiscent of the beloved Butterbeer from the Harry Potter series. Perfect for any fan or special occasion, these cupcakes offer a delightful taste of magic with every bite.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup cream soda
For the Butterscotch Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon butter extract
3 cups powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons heavy cream (as needed)
For Garnish:
Butterscotch sauce (for drizzling)
Golden sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla and butter extracts.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk and cream soda, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fill and Bake: Divide the batter among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat softened butter until creamy. Add butterscotch sauce, vanilla, and butter extracts, then beat until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Add heavy cream until frosting reaches desired consistency.
- Frost and Garnish: Frost cooled cupcakes with butterscotch frosting. Drizzle with additional butterscotch sauce and sprinkle with golden sprinkles, if desired.
Notes
For a richer frosting, use homemade butterscotch sauce.
If you prefer a less sweet frosting, reduce the amount of butterscotch sauce or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 300 kcal per cupcake
