Introduction

Butterbeer Cookies bring the magical flavors of the famous wizarding world treat right into your kitchen. These soft, buttery cookies topped with a fluffy butterscotch frosting and festive sprinkles are perfect for any fan looking to add a sweet, nostalgic twist to their dessert table.

Five round cookies are shown on a white marbled surface, with a red and gold striped cloth underneath some of them. Each cookie has one layer of light brown base with a smooth texture, topped with a thick layer of creamy white frosting piped in a spiral pattern from the center to the edge. Colorful sprinkles in red, yellow, orange, black, and brown, including small rods and leaf shapes, are scattered unevenly on top of the frosting, adding a vibrant contrast. The cookies are arranged in a scattered manner with slight overlap. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter (softened)
1/3 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg (brought to room temperature)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter (softened) for frosting
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butterscotch syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons heavy cream
Harry Potter-inspired sprinkles

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Step 2: Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until combined.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Step 6: Use a large cookie scoop to portion out 7-8 equally sized dough balls.
Step 7: Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball to about ¾ inch thickness.
Step 8: Bake for 12-13 minutes, or until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Step 9: Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 10: For the frosting, cream the softened butter using a hand or stand mixer until smooth.
Step 11: Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, mixing on low speed.
Step 12: Beat the frosting for about 2 minutes on low speed until combined.
Step 13: Add the butterscotch syrup and increase the mixer speed to high. Beat for 4 minutes until the frosting is very light and fluffy.
Step 14: Once cookies are completely cooled, frost them generously and decorate with Harry Potter-inspired sprinkles.

Tips & Variations

For an extra magical touch, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cookie dough for warm undertones.
If you prefer softer cookies, bake for 1-2 minutes less and allow them to cool on the baking sheet.
Substitute butterscotch syrup with caramel sauce for a deeper flavor if butterscotch is unavailable.
Use colored sprinkles or edible glitter to customize your cookies for themed parties.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If frosted, keep them refrigerated to maintain the buttercream’s freshness, and allow cookies to come to room temperature before serving. For longer storage, freeze unfrosted cookies and thaw before frosting.

How to Serve

Five round cookies sit on a white marbled surface with a red and gold striped fabric under some of them. Each cookie has one thick base layer of light brown baked dough. On top, there is one large spiral swirl layer of smooth, off-white cream, starting from the center and extending to the edges. Colorful sprinkles decorate the cream in small clusters, including red sticks, yellow holly leaf shapes, black shapes, and tiny round dots in red and orange. The cookies are evenly spaced and shown from above. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. This helps enhance the flavor and texture of the cookies.

How do I prevent the frosting from melting?

Make sure your cookies are completely cooled before frosting them. Keep frosted cookies refrigerated and serve within a day or two for best results.