Magical Butterbeer Cupcakes: A Wizard’s Delight

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:

1. Reduce Cream Soda: Simmer cream soda until reduced to 1 cup. Let it cool.
2. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake tin with liners.
3. 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.
4. Bake: Fill liners 3/4 full, add some butterscotch chips to the center. Bake for 23-25 minutes. Cool completely.
5. Frosting: Cream butter, add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream. Beat until fluffy. Mix in melted butterscotch chips.
6. Decorate: Pipe frosting onto cupcakes, drizzle with melted butterscotch and chocolate.
7. 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!