Description
Enjoy the magical comfort of Harry Potter’s Hot Butterbeer, a creamy, warm beverage infused with butterscotch and gentle spices, perfect for cozying up on a chilly day or celebrating a Harry Potter-themed gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 2-liter cream soda
- 1 3.4 ounce box butterscotch instant pudding
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ginger paste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large microwavable bowl, combine 3 cups whole milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Whisk thoroughly to mix.
- Heat Mixture: Heat the mixture in the microwave for 3 minutes, then whisk again until the butter is melted and the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add Cream Soda and Pudding: Whisk in half of the bottle of cream soda followed by the butterscotch instant pudding mix.
- Incorporate Flavorings: Add 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon ginger paste, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, whisking well to combine evenly.
- Finish with Cream Soda: Pour in the remaining cream soda from the bottle and stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Warm and Serve: Heat the butterbeer gently using the microwave, stovetop on low heat, or keep warm in a crockpot set initially on high then lowered to maintain temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent settling.
- Optional Garnish: Add whipped cream on top of each cup and drizzle with butterscotch sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- If the butterbeer is too thick, add 1 cup of whole milk and stir well to thin it out.
- The ginger and cayenne provide subtle warmth; increase to 1/2 teaspoon each for a spicier kick.
- Top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream and drizzle with butterscotch or caramel sauce for variety.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top for an extra cozy spice flair.
- Pair this drink with Harry Potter-themed treats such as Chocolate Frogs or Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans to enhance the experience.
- Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat gently over low heat on the stovetop, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Freezing is not recommended due to carbonation and dairy content.
- You can prepare the base mixture (everything except cream soda) one day ahead and refrigerate; add cream soda just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
