Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes
These Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for fans of the Wizarding World! With a soft and moist vanilla cupcake base infused with a hint of butterscotch flavor, these cupcakes are topped with a rich butterscotch frosting. A magical treat inspired by the iconic Butterbeer, these cupcakes will impress at any themed party or as a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert, Cupcakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Themed
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup butterscotch sauce
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butterscotch sauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and butterscotch sauce.
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Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Stir until combined.
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Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the frosting, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add butterscotch sauce and vanilla, then mix well.
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Add milk to adjust frosting consistency. Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread frosting on top.
Notes
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If desired, add butterscotch chips to the batter for extra texture.
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For a spiced version, add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
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For a non-alcoholic twist, use homemade butterbeer syrup instead of butterscotch sauce.
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