This homemade butterbeer is a creamy butterscotch flavored float inspired by Harry Potter! It’s the perfect frozen drink to cool off with this summer.
Harry Potter Butterbeer
Earlier this year, we visited Universal Orlando. We absolutely loved Harry Potter World. I loved the whole atmosphere in Harry Potter World. My husband is a big Harry Potter fan so he was excited to go on all the rides. I could of stayed there all day and just shopped, while sipping butter beer of course.
The frozen version of Butterbeer was my favorite. It’s hard to describe how amazing it is while walking around the park, so of course I had to re-create this delicious treat at home for all of you to make. It is the perfect summer drink! If you like butterscotch flavoring, you will LOVE this frozen butterbeer recipe. It tastes like a butterscotch creamsicle.
Ingredients
- Vanilla ice cream (store bought or homemade)
- Butterscotch syrup or topping
- Cream soda
- Ice
How to make butterbeer
- Place all ingredients in a large blender.
- Blend together until smooth. If needed, add more ice to create desired consistency.
- Taste and add more butterscotch or a splash of vanilla if desired.
Serving tips
Now for the fun part: serving the butterbeer! We served ours in these tall, glass mugs with a fun striped straw. Below are some helpful tips to consider before serving:
- Serve in cold glasses so the butterbeer doesn’t melt too fast. I stick mine in the freezer about 10 minutes prior to serving.
- For a fun look, try drizzling more butterscotch into the glass before pouring the drink in.
- If you’d like to recreate the frothy top, add some whipped cream and butterscotch syrup on top.
- You can even add a Tablespoon of butterscotch to the whipped cream for more delicious flavor.
5 star review
“OMG! I made this being the big Harry Potter fan I am, and it blew my mind! It was absolutely amazing!”
-Rorie R
For more frozen treats, check out:
- Root beer float
- Disney Dole Whip recipe
- Strawberry banana smoothie
- Coke float
- Frozen strawberry lemonade
Butterbeer Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 quart vanilla ice cream
- 2-3 Tablespoons butterscotch syrup or topping , more to taste
- 12 ounces cream soda
- 1/4 cup ice , more as needed
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon butter extract, whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Place ice cream, ice, butterscotch and cream soda in a blender. Mix just until combined. Add more ice as need to create desired consistency. Add a splash of vanilla and more butterscotch if desired.
- Serve in cold glasses. You can drizzle butterscotch into the glass before pouring the drink in for a fun look. Then pour frozen butterbeer in and top with whipped cream and extra butterscotch if desired. Enjoy!
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Hope you enjoy this drink from home!
My favorite butterbeer recipe of all time! So easy and so delicious.
So happy to hear that! Thanks for your comment, Mandy :)
idk how much of everything
Hi Renee, if you click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the page, it will lead you to the recipe card with the specific measurements that are needed.
I always wondered how butterbeer tastes when I read the book. So I tried this recipe, and the result is absolutely stunning. I love it so much!
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! :)
It was amazing. I made it over at my Son’s house for the Grandkids it was a huge success.
I’m so glad to hear it was a big success! :)
OMG! I made this being the big Harry Potter fan I am, and it blew my mind! It was absolutely amazing!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!! :)