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Magical Butterbeer Cupcakes

Delight in Harry Potter-inspired Butterbeer Cupcakes!

12servings
40 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Magical Butterbeer Cupcakes

About this recipe

Channel your inner wizard with these magical Butterbeer Cupcakes. Inspired by the beloved Harry Potter series, these cupcakes feature the rich flavors of butterscotch and vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to charm fans and bakers alike with their whimsical flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cream soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup butterscotch chips, melted
  • 1 tablespoon butterscotch liqueur (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and optional butterscotch liqueur.

  4. 4

    Melt the butterscotch chips and combine them with the cream soda; mix well.

  5. 5

    In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  6. 6

    Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with buttermilk, mixing until just combined.

  7. 7

    Fill each cupcake liner 2/3 full with batter.

  8. 8

    Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.

Chef's tip

These cupcakes capture the essence of the beloved Butterbeer drink. For a more authentic flavor, try using butterscotch liqueur for an adult twist.

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