Description
Harry Potter’s Hot Butterbeer is a warm, cozy beverage combining rich butterscotch flavors with creamy milk and a hint of spice. Perfect for fans of the wizarding world, this comforting drink balances sweetness, warmth, and a subtle kick of cayenne, topped optionally with whipped cream and butterscotch drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter room temp
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
Flavor and Mix-ins
- 1 3.4 ounce box Butterscotch Instant Pudding
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ginger paste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Soda
- 1 2-liter cream soda
Optional Topping
- Whipped cream
- Butterscotch sauce
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large microwavable bowl, combine 3 cups whole milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar. Whisk thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Heat Mixture: Heat the mixture in the microwave for 3 minutes. After heating, whisk again until the butter is fully melted and the sugar dissolves completely, creating a smooth base.
- Add Cream Soda and Pudding Mix: Whisk in half of the cream soda bottle (about 1 liter) slowly, then add the 3.4 oz box of butterscotch instant pudding. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors and thicken the mixture slightly.
- Season and Flavor: Add 1 tbsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp ginger paste, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper to the mixture. Whisk again to evenly distribute the spices and enhance depth of flavor.
- Add Remaining Cream Soda: Pour in the rest of the cream soda bottle and stir gently to combine without losing carbonation completely.
- Warm and Serve: Warm the entire hot butterbeer either in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, or pour into a crockpot set on high and then lowered to maintain a consistent warm temperature. Stir occasionally to keep the drink smooth and blended.
- Optional Topping: Serve hot butterbeer in cups topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of butterscotch sauce for a decadent finish.
Notes
- If the hot butterbeer is too thick, add 1 cup of whole milk and stir to adjust consistency.
- The ginger and cayenne provide a gentle warmth; keep the quantities mild or increase to 1/2 teaspoon each for more heat.
- Top with regular or coconut whipped cream and a butterscotch or caramel drizzle for extra indulgence.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg to boost cozy holiday spices.
- Pair the drink with Harry Potter-themed treats like Chocolate Frogs or Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans for a themed experience.
- Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Freezing is not recommended due to carbonation and dairy texture changes.
- Prepare the base (milk, butter, sugar, pudding mix, and spices) up to a day ahead and store in the fridge; add cream soda just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
