These Butterbeer Cupcakes will transport you straight to the wizarding world with their enchanting flavor. Inspired by the famous beverage from the Harry Potter series, these cupcakes are a delightful blend of butterscotch and cream soda, creating a taste that's both unique and irresistibly delicious. The cupcakes are enhanced with melted butterscotch chips within the batter and topped with a creamy frosting that's also infused with butterscotch. These cupcakes are perfect for themed parties, fans of the series, or anyone looking for a magical twist on a classic treat.
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups cream soda (reduced to 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup melted butterscotch chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butterscotch chocolate chips (for filling)
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream or milk
- 1/4 cup melted butterscotch chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp melted chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Reduce Cream Soda: Simmer cream soda until reduced to 1 cup. Let it cool.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake tin with liners.
- Cupcake Batter: Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add vanilla, oil, eggs, and melted butterscotch chips. Mix in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and reduced cream soda until smooth.
- Bake: Fill liners 3/4 full, add some butterscotch chips to the center. Bake for 23-25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Frosting: Cream butter, add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream. Beat until fluffy. Mix in melted butterscotch chips.
- Decorate: Pipe frosting onto cupcakes, drizzle with melted butterscotch and chocolate.
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator.
Notes:
- Reducing the cream soda concentrates its flavor, essential for that signature butterbeer taste.
- The butterscotch chips inside the cupcakes add a delightful surprise element.
- These cupcakes are perfect for fans of the Harry Potter series or anyone who loves the unique flavor of butterscotch.
Enjoy these Butterbeer Cupcakes as a treat that brings a bit of magic to your day, whether you're hosting a themed party or just indulging in a whimsical dessert!
