Description
These Enchanting Butterbeer Cookies bring the magic of Harry Potter into your kitchen. Soft and chewy cookies infused with butterscotch and topped with a luscious butterscotch frosting, they’re perfect for Harry Potter parties, Halloween, or cozy baking sessions. A whimsical, spellbinding dessert every Potterhead will love.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon butter extract
- 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
For the Butterscotch Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and butter extract.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry mixture to wet mixture until just combined. Fold in butterscotch chips.
- Bake: Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake 8–10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely.
- Make Frosting: Beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in butterscotch sauce, vanilla, and heavy cream until fluffy.
- Frost: Spread or swirl frosting generously over cooled cookies. Drizzle with extra butterscotch sauce if desired.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Use a mix of light and dark brown sugar for deeper flavor.
- Ensure cookies cool completely before frosting.
- Store unfrosted cookies in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Add food coloring or sprinkles to match Hogwarts house themes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
Keywords: Butterbeer Cookies, Harry Potter Homemade Recipes, Butterscotch Frosting, Harry Potter Party Desserts, Enchanting Cookies, Themed Baked Goods, Harry Potter Snacks, Magical Desserts, Potterhead Recipes