Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes
These Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes bring a touch of magic to any occasion with their fluffy vanilla base and rich butterscotch frosting. Perfect for fans of the wizarding world or anyone with a sweet tooth, they are sure to delight and enchant. Enjoy these spellbinding treats at your next gathering!
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon butter extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup cream soda
For the Butterscotch Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup butterscotch sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon butter extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 –3 tablespoons heavy cream as needed
For Garnish:
- Butterscotch sauce for drizzling
- Golden sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla and butter extracts.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk and cream soda, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fill and Bake: Divide the batter among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat softened butter until creamy. Add butterscotch sauce, vanilla, and butter extracts, then beat until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Add heavy cream until frosting reaches desired consistency.
- Frost and Garnish: Frost cooled cupcakes with butterscotch frosting. Drizzle with additional butterscotch sauce and sprinkle with golden sprinkles, if desired.
Notes
- For a richer frosting, use homemade butterscotch sauce.
- If you prefer a less sweet frosting, reduce the amount of butterscotch sauce or powdered sugar.