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Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes

Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes
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Indulge in the enchanting world of Harry Potter with these delightful Butterbeer Cupcakes, a treat that captures the whimsical essence of the wizarding realm. These soft and fluffy cupcakes are infused with a rich butterscotch flavor, complemented by a creamy butterscotch buttercream and a drizzle of decadent ganache. Perfect for birthdays, movie nights, or simply to bring a touch of magic to your day, each bite offers a sweet escape into fantasy. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.

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 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1 tsp butter extract
  • 1/3 cup butterscotch chips, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled then sifted
  • 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 butterscotch chips (melted, for frosting)
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 tsp butter extract (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup butterscotch chips (for drizzle)
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream (for drizzle)
  • 1/2 tbsp honey (for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter with sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extracts and melted butterscotch chips.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with broth until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While cooling, prepare the buttercream by beating softened butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and melted butterscotch chips until smooth.
  6. Frost cooled cupcakes generously with buttercream and drizzle with a melted butterscotch ganache before serving.

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