Who here is surprised that I’ve made another Harry Potter recipe? No one? Yeah. Me neither.
I was inspired to make this hot chocolate a couple of weeks ago, when I made myย homemade butterscotch sauce. Like I said in the post, my sauce was pretty magical, and it totally reminded me of butterbeer.
So of course I had to stir some into cocoa. How could it go wrong? Spoiler alert: it can’t.
If you’re pressed for time, I tried this cocoa out with store-bought butterscotch sauce, as well, and it was delish. ๐
For the whipped topping, I used the foam recipe for my original butterbeer recipe. I didn’t make any changes to it, because I love it just as it is, but I did add some extra magic with sweet mini marshmallows and shimmery star-shaped sprinkles.
I’ve been making this hot cocoa every night since I whipped up the butterscotch sauce. Every night. No shame. Basically, what I’m saying is, you’ve been warned. Butterbeer cocoa addiction. It’s a thing.
Enjoy!
- FOR THE TOPPING
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons sugar, or splenda for sugar free version
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon imitation butter
- FOR THE DRINK
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup butterscotch chips
- ¼ cup butterscotch sauce (http://bakingdom.com/2015/01/butterscotch-butterbeer-sauce.html)
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon butter flavor, optional
- To make the topping: In a large bowl, or the bowl of a standing mixer, whip the heavy cream on medium high speed for 3-4 minutes until it starts to thicken. Add the sugar and continue whipping until very soft peaks begin to form, another 3-4 minutes (if you need to whip more or less, then be sure to do so, the times can vary quite a bit based on environment and eqiupment). Stir in the vanilla and imitation butter, then whip for another 30 seconds or so, until soft peaks form.
- To make the drink: Pour milk and cream, into a bowl and warm in the microwave for 1 to 1½ minutes (optional).
- Transfer the warmed milk to small saucepan over medium heat and whisk in butterscotch chips, butterscotch sauce, cocoa, vanilla, and butter flavor (if using). Cook over medium heat, whisking almost constantly, until it just barely begins to lightly boil, about 10 minutes; remove from heat.
- Divide between four mugs and spoon a generous portion of whipped topping on top of each one. Serve immediately.


Harry Potter recipe yay!! I definitely have to try this…
I just fall in love with your cauldron mug! I do need one since today haha
Lovely recipe and photos ๐
This sounds so good. I love the chocolate pot.
Ohhh…that looks amazing! Where did you get this fantastic cauldron-mug?
It was a gift from my friend. ๐ It’s from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I believe they sell it online. ๐
Where did you get that cauldron ??
It was a gift from my friend. ๐ It’s from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I believe they sell it online. ๐
Where can I get the black cup from it is cool
It was a gift from my friend. It’s from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I believe they sell it online.
Lovely! What a beautiful, delightful recipe! And gorgeous photos!
Oh em gee! This looks so good and has the Potter factor too! ๐
I love the black pot and copper jug too. And looks as though thereโs a chocolate dipped magic wand too. ๐
Holy cow this looks great, friend!
Please could you tell me where I could find that cauldron mug? I think I’m in love…
I am healthy eating this January but shall make gallons of this sauce and hot cocoa in February. Which shall, I imagine, lead to a healthy eating March!
It was a gift from my friend. ๐ It’s from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I believe they sell it online. ๐
Sounds amazing! And how cute is that cauldron cup? ๐
Oh my gosh, I love butterscotch (and butterbeer!) This hot chocolate looks perfect! And those little gold stars are to die for! ๐
Mug Acquired now onto the ingredients ^^ Hugs! and Thanks for the recipe ๐
I LOOOVE THIS! So, I had to click this pinterest post, because…
1. I love Harry Potter
2. That mug is adorable and
3. Who wouldn’t want to try anything/everything harry potter-ish when it comes to food? Especially butter beer!
I’m a new follower and a huge fan. Thank you for your inspiration!
Mandy @ My Creative Kingdom
Ahhh!!! Where did you get those sprinkles?!?
They’re a local find that I got in the Netherlands. They don’t even have a brand name, or I’d totally pass it along to you. Sorry!!!
I know this is a silly question but do these stars look remotely similar to the ones you used?
http://www.layercakeshop.com/products/gold_star_edible_glitter
They look very similar. They especially look like the smaller stars in the photos.