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Slytherin’s Secret Butterbeer Cupcakes

Slytherin’s Secret Butterbeer Cupcakes: Magical Bites to Savor

Slytherin’s Secret Butterbeer Cupcakes are magical treats that combine whimsical charm with rich flavors, featuring a gooey caramel center and dark chocolate-green ganache.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Magical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blends
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness
  • 2 large eggs Consider flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with plant-based milk and vinegar
  • 1 cup cream soda Imparts butterbeer flavor
For the Gooey Center
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
For the Ganache Topping
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips Dairy-free chocolate for vegan version
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream Coconut cream as non-dairy substitute
  • a few drops green gel food coloring For emerald hue
For the Decoration (Optional)
  • to taste edible silver dust/sprinkles For added sparkle

Equipment

  • Cupcake Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, and set aside.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
  5. Fold in cream soda gently.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. After cooling, hollow out a portion of each cupcake and fill with caramel sauce.
  8. Make the ganache by heating cream, adding chocolate chips, and mixing until smooth, adding food coloring.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with ganache and chill for 15-20 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge. Unfilled cupcakes can be frozen for up to 1 month.

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