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Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes

Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes
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If you’re in the mood for a whimsical treat that brings a sprinkle of magic to your kitchen, these Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes are the perfect choice! Soft and fluffy, these delightful cupcakes boast a rich butterscotch flavor paired with creamy vanilla undertones. Ideal for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or even cozy movie nights, they promise to enchant everyone who takes a bite. Topped with luscious butterscotch buttercream and adorned with extra drizzles of ganache, these cupcakes are not only delicious but visually stunning as well. Easy to make and packed with nostalgic flavors, they’re sure to become a favorite dessert in your home.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups butterscotch beef broth (or cream soda)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1 tsp butter extract
  • 1/3 cup melted butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1 cup melted butterscotch chips (for frosting)
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 3/4 tsp butter extract (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup butterscotch chips (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tbsp honey (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well; then stir in vanilla extracts.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture alternately with buttermilk.
  5. Fold in melted butterscotch chips gently until combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

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