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Harry Potter Butterbeer Cookies

Harry Potter Butterbeer Cookies

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Transport yourself to the enchanting world of Harry Potter with these delightful Butterbeer Cookies! These chewy treats are bursting with rich butterscotch and vanilla flavors, topped with luscious butterscotch frosting and a heavenly caramel drizzle. Perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration, a cozy movie night, or just a sweet indulgence—these cookies are sure to impress both young witches and wizards. With straightforward steps, this beginner-friendly recipe invites everyone to join the magical baking adventure.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp butter extract
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) butterscotch chips, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) butterscotch chips
  • 12 oz (355 ml) butterscotch beer or cream soda
  • 3 tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) heavy cream, at room temperature
  • pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) butterscotch chips, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup (130 g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp butter extract
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream softened butter with both sugars until fluffy. Add egg yolks and extracts; mix well.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture and fold in melted butterscotch chips.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  6. Prepare the butterscotch frosting by mixing softened butter with powdered sugar, melted butterscotch chips, and heavy cream until creamy.
  7. Frost cooled cookies generously and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

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