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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. Soft and fluffy, each bite brings a magical blend of butterscotch and vanilla flavors, making them perfect for any celebration or themed gathering. Topped with a rich butterscotch buttercream frosting and drizzled with a decadent ganache, these cupcakes are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a wizarding party or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are an irresistible choice that will transport you into the realm of magic and wonder.

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 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 teaspoon butter extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup butterscotch chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter for buttercream
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips for buttercream
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon butter extract for buttercream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla for buttercream
  • 1/4 cup butterscotch chips for ganache
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1/2 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter with sugars until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients alternating with butterscotch broth.
  4. Spoon batter into liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
  5. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy; mix in melted butterscotch chips and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  6. For the ganache, melt butterscotch chips with cream in short bursts in the microwave; stir until smooth.
  7. Frost cupcakes generously and drizzle with warm ganache.

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