Description

Indulge in the enchanting world of desserts with these delightful Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes! Each bite is a soft and fluffy treat infused with the magical flavors of butterscotch and vanilla that will take you straight to the wizarding realm. Perfect for themed parties, family gatherings, or just a cozy evening at home, these cupcakes are adorned with creamy butterscotch buttercream and topped with a luscious ganache drizzle. Whip them up easily, adding a sprinkle of nostalgia and joy to any occasion. Whether you’re a fan of the series or simply love delicious desserts, these cupcakes are sure to impress!

Ingredients

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3 cups butterscotch beef broth (or cream soda)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated white sugar
2 eggs, at room temperature
2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
1 tsp butter extract
1/3 cup butterscotch chips, melted and slightly cooled
1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled then sifted
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)
1 cup butterscotch chips, melted and slightly cooled (for buttercream)
2 1/4 cups powdered sugar, measured then sifted (for buttercream)
3/4 tsp butter extract (for buttercream)
1/2 tsp vanilla (for buttercream)
1/4 cup butterscotch chips (for drizzle)
1 tbsp heavy cream (for drizzle)
1/2 tbsp honey (for drizzle)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla bean paste and butter extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients along with buttermilk until combined.
Fold in melted butterscotch chips. Scoop batter into lined cupcake tins.
Bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
For frosting, beat butter with melted butterscotch chips, then add powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in extracts.
Drizzle cooled ganache (melted butterscotch chips mixed with heavy cream) over frosted cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg