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Harry Potter Butterbeer Cookies

Extra chewy Butterbeer-inspired cookies with warm spices and rich butterscotch flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp cloves optional
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup apple cider
Filling
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp cream or milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with apple cider, until soft dough forms.
  5. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake 12–15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  7. Beat filling ingredients until smooth.
  8. Sandwich cookies or drizzle filling on top before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake for best chewy texture. Apple cider enhances Butterbeer flavor.