For the Cupcakes

 

Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes—a sweet treat inspired by the famous Butterbeer from the Wizarding World! 

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup butterbeer (or cream soda as a substitute)
• 1/4 tsp butterscotch extract (optional for extra flavor)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Whisk dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then add vanilla extract.

Alternate adding liquids and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk and butterbeer. Start and end with the dry ingredients.

Mix in butterscotch extract: If using, add the butterscotch extract and stir to combine.

Fill cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely.

For the Butterscotch Buttercream Frosting:

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)

2 tbsp heavy cream

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

Instructions:

Beat the butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.

Add powdered sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add butterscotch sauce and vanilla: Mix in the butterscotch sauce, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Frost the cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them generously with the butterscotch buttercream.

Serve and 

Enjoy!