30 Magical Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipes • Sarah Blooms (2024)

These Harry Potter Butterbeer Flavored Recipes will please even the most discerning Witches and Wizards in your life!

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If you and your family love Harry Potter, then you’re in the right place!

The great part about Harry Potter is that it’s the perfect theme for birthday parties, Halloween, Christmas, or any time with a Harry Potter movie night!

One of the most popular foods from the books is sweet and creamy Butterbeer.

In the books, Butterbeer is sold in places like The Leaky Cauldron in Diagon Alley and in Hogmeade at The Three Broomsticks and The Hog’s Head and is served in chilled bottles or warm, foaming tankards at pubs, but the drink itself is never actually described.

J.K. Rowling says she imagined Butterbeer as having a butterscotch flavor.

This iteration is what you’ll find at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando’s “Islands of Adventure” theme park where Butterbeer tastes like a mixture of cream soda and butterscotch flavor with a sweet whipped topping.

The drink originally came in two versions, cold and frozen, but Universal now also offers a warm beverage known as “Butterbeer Hot” along with Butterbeer ice cream and Butterbeer fudge.

This drink is so popular it’s inspired countless copycat recipes and Butterbeer flavored treats, the best of which I’ve featured below.

These Harry Potter Butterbeer Flavored Recipes will please even the most discerning Witches and Wizards in your life!

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Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipes You Can Make at Home

Best Butterbeer Drinks

classic butterbeer

This classic recipe tastes just like the Butterbeer you get at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

You’ll also get instructions for Hot Butterbeer and Alcoholic Butterbeer spiked with butterscotch schnapps, rum, whipped vodka, or Irish whiskey.

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frozen butterbeer

Cool down on a hot summer day with this refreshing frozen Butterbeer recipe.

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keto butterbeer

Enjoy this creamy, indulgent butterscotch drink that is sugar free!

You can also make it a boozy butterbeer and still be ketogenic friendly. Each buttery drink has only 1.4g net carbs!

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vegan butterbeer

If you’re trying to avoid dairy, this vegan version is just for you.

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butterbeer ice cream float

Kick up the decadence a notch with this Butterbeer ice cream float perfect for Harry Potter movie night, birthday parties, and hot afternoons by the pool!

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pumpkin butterbeer hot chocolate

On cold nights, Butterbeer hot chocolate is sure to make you warm and cozy.

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butterbeer latte

Need your caffeine fix? Check out this yummy Butterbeer latte.

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healthy butterbeer smoothie

Just because you’re eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all the fun with this surprisingly decadent smoothie.

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Snacks and Desserts

butterbeer energy bites

These Butterbeer Energy Bites are the perfect pick-me-up for your next game of Quidditch or to satisfy sweet cravings without wrecking your diet.

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butterbeer muddy buddies

The classic Muddy Buddy recipe gets a Harry Potter upgrade with this tasty recipe.

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butterbeer popcorn

Enjoy movie night with a great big bowl of butterscotch flavored caramel popcorn.

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butterbeer fudge

Your friends and family will love this sweet treat at Christmastime!

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butterbeer pudding cookies

Look close – these delicious cookies feature lightening bolt sprinkles just like Harry’s scar!

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butterbeer macarons

Macarons are super popular right now and surprisingly easy to make at home!

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butterbeer jello shots

Butterbeer in a jello shot? Yes, please!

PRO TIP: The colorful sugar on these shots is beautiful, but it does melt quickly. Dip shots in the sugar just before serving, or allow your guests to dip their own!

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butterbeer popsicles

Enjoy a refreshing Butterbeer treat anytime with this easy popsicle recipe.

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butterbeer ice cream

Get your ice cream fix with this creamy, decadent easy homemade no-churn ice cream recipe.

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butterbeer sauce

Add yummy Butterbeer flavor to any sweet treat – including the ice cream above – with this easy homemade butterscotch sauce that tastes way better than store bought.

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butterbeer potted cream

This creamy custard is one of the most popular desserts at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

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butterbeer sandwich cookies

Buttery butterscotch and toffee cookies filled with a rich, creamy butterscotch frosting make a magically delicious dessert.

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butterbeer rice krispie treats

Give those old Rice Krispie squares a Harry Potter upgrade with this Butterbeer version.

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butterbeer thumbprint cookies

Make these easy thumbprint cookies filled with tasty butterscotch filling at Christmas or anytime you need a yummy, sweet fix.

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butterbeer blondies

Your Witches and Wizards will ooh and ahh over these ooey-gooey blondies.

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Tasty Cakes

butterbeer pancakes

Start your day off right with these moist and delicious Butterbeer pancakes loaded with caramel, butterscotch, vanilla, and butter flavor!

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butterbeer layer cake

This recipe features butterscotch cake, cream soda, and marshmallow all in one spellbinding cake.

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butterbeer cupcakes

These incredibly simple yet super creative Butterbeer cupcakes are light and fluffy and so delicious with sweet toffee bits inside.

Once baked, they are dipped in a rich butterscotch sauce and finished with a whipped Butterbeer frosting and lightning bolt sprinkles!

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These Death by Butterbeer Cupcakes feature Treacle Butter Frosting and Homemade Chocolate Pretzels for a seriously decadent treat!

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butterbeer poke cake

This moist and delicious cake just oozes with Butterbeer flavor!

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butterbeer mug cake

This massive mug cake will satisfy any sweet craving and takes just minutes to make!

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no-bake butterbeer cheesecake

Give everyone their own personal Butterbeer cheesecake with this easy recipe.

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Harry Potter is such a fun theme for children and adults alike!

These yummy Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipes are the perfect way to make any celebration – or even a low-key night at home – just a little more magical.

For more delicious Harry Potter themed sweet treats, check out 55 Best Ever Harry Potter Party Ideas for an Epic Celebration.

Please let me know what you think of these Whimsical Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipes in the comments below!

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FAQs

What actually is Butterbeer? ›

A simple brown sugar and butter syrup gets topped with cream soda and a dollop of cream in this wildly popular drink. Next time you are having a Harry Potter movie marathon, book club meeting, or even a Halloween party, pull out all the stops with this sweet drink that even Harry, Ron, and Hermione would approve of.

What is Butterbeer at Universal made of? ›

The Universal Studios Orlando's butterbeer recipe is still top secret, but according to the books, it is made out of butterscotch, sugar, and water.

Can you add alcohol to Butterbeer at Universal? ›

While all butterbeers at Universal are non-alcoholic, you can order other alcoholic drinks and mix them on your own! You can order alcohol at The Hogs Head Pub and try making a butterbeer potion of your own.

What is Butterbeer potted cream? ›

Butterbeer Potted Cream was a Butterbeer-flavoured creamy custard that was typically served in a mason jar. It was sold as a dessert both at the Leaky Cauldron in London, and at the Three Broomsticks Inn in Hogsmeade.

Is Hermione drunk on Butterbeer? ›

Particularly in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, there are subtle hints about its effects. One notable moment is when Hermione Granger appears slightly tipsy in the film adaptation after consuming butterbeer. This portrayal suggests a mild alcoholic content, despite it not being explicitly stated in the books.

Did Butterbeer exist before Harry Potter? ›

But its origin dates back much further than J.K. Rowling's films. Butterbeer, or “Buttered beere” as it was described in 1594, has existed for many centuries. At the time of the Tudors, beer was already a typical and commonly consumed drink.

Did J.K. Rowling make Butterbeer? ›

In the Harry Potter books, butterbeer appears to have an inebriating effect, and some older online recipes include butterscotch schnapps, but the Universal version is nonalcoholic. In Bon Appetit's January 2002 issue, author J.K. Rowling was asked what butterbeer tastes like, and she said: "I made it up.

Is Butterbeer better hot or cold? ›

If this is your first Butterbeer, I'd recommend the cold version. As a Harry Potter fan, this drink comes the closest to how I imagined it. It can be served in a regular cup or a souvenir tankard.

Does Butterbeer have alcohol in it in the Harry Potter universe? ›

Butterbeer had a slight alcoholic content and although was safe for children to drink, it could affect creatures (such as house-elves) if consumed in to high a quantity. Harry enjoyed his first Butterbeer in Hogsmeade.

What is Gilly water Harry Potter? ›

According to the Harry Potter books and films, Gillywater is made of Gillyweed and plain water. When a witch or wizard drinks a potion made with Gillyweed, he or she develops webbing between the fingers and toes, allowing the magical one to breathe underwater. Alas, that kind of magic was reserved for Hollywood.

Can you mix fire whiskey and Butterbeer? ›

A Harry Potter inspired co*cktail made with butterbeer and firewhisky or in muggle case butterscotch cream soda and cinnamon whiskey. This uses 151 to light it on fire, please use caution. This step is not necessary if you wish to skip it.

What is Gillywater Universal? ›

Gillywater – Available at The Leaky Cauldron (plain only) and Eternelle's Elixir of Refreshment stand in Carkitt Market, Gillywater is bottled water with a little flavor and color added in.

What is a butterbeer donut? ›

Not only are the glazed doughnuts sprinkled with golden stars and slathered in butterscotch flavoring, but they are also topped with a doughnut hole in the shape of a Golden Snitch — complete with wings.

Was there ever alcoholic butterbeer? ›

Butterbeer was a popular wizarding beverage described as tasting "a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch". It was served at numerous locations in the wizarding world and had a very slight alcoholic content. Students of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry would often buy it when visiting Hogsmeade.

Does butterbeer taste like butterscotch? ›

According to HarryPotter.Wikia.com, Butterbeer is a popular wizarding beverage with a very slight alcohol content and a taste “a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch.” The Butterbeer served at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is amber-colored, non-alcoholic, and available in two forms—straight up or frozen.

What is real Butterbeer made of? ›

Steps. Add butterscotch schnapps, vanilla vodka and cream soda into a frosty mug. Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and butterscotch syrup drizzled on top, or top with butterscotch whipped cream.

Is Butterbeer canonically alcoholic? ›

Known ingredients. Butterbeer was a popular wizarding beverage described as tasting "a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch". It was served at numerous locations in the wizarding world and had a very slight alcoholic content.

Is Butterbeer based on a real drink? ›

In the books, Butterbeer is described as having a very slight alcoholic content. Of course, in the parks and in pretty much all homemade recipes it's made alcohol-free. Butterbeer was also a real drink in England called “Buttered Beer” in the 1500s. It was made from beer, sugar, eggs, nutmeg, and cloves.

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