Description
This Warm Creamy Butterbeer Latte is a cozy, enchanting drink inspired by the beloved wizarding world favorite. Combining rich whole milk, buttery sweetness, and velvety butterscotch syrup, it’s topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a comforting treat perfect for chilly days or magical movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
Toppings and Mix-ins
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butterscotch syrup
- Whipped cream for topping
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
- Butterscotch sauce for drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Milk and Sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir continuously until the brown sugar is fully dissolved to create a smooth, sweet base.
- Add Butter: Add the butter to the saucepan and keep stirring until it melts completely, enriching the mixture with a creamy buttery flavor.
- Mix Extracts: Stir in the vanilla extract and, if using, the rum extract gently to blend the aromatic flavors into the mixture.
- Whip Cream: In a separate small bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form; set aside to create a luscious, airy topping.
- Add Butterscotch Syrup: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butterscotch syrup thoroughly to infuse the drink with its signature caramel sweetness.
- Pour the Latte: Carefully pour the warm butterbeer mixture into mugs, filling them about three-quarters full to leave room for toppings.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Add a generous dollop of the whipped heavy cream on top of each mug for a velvety finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over the whipped cream and drizzle with extra butterscotch sauce if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, buttery flavors.
Notes
- You can omit the rum extract to keep the flavor kid-friendly and non-alcoholic.
- For a richer experience, use half-and-half instead of whole milk.
- This drink is best served fresh and warm for optimal flavor and texture.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the brown sugar and butterscotch syrup according to taste.
- If desired, the whipped cream can be sweetened lightly before whipping for added sweetness.
