For anyone who has stepped into the world of Diagon Alley or longs to experience the transportive Metro-Floo at Epic Universe’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ministry of Magic, those moments do not happen ever day. This Butterbeer Season, a taste of the Harry Potter world can be enjoyed from the comfort of the couch.
Butterbeer is such an iconic flavor. When Universal Orlando originally opening the Wizarding World, the Universal Orlando Resort culinary team had the tall task of turning that that imaginative world into the taste that everyone would crave. Whether that first sip was frozen or classic, it was forever etched into a flavor memory.
This year, numerous favorite treats have adopted the iconic Butterbeer flavor. This magical food spell is just what Harry Potter fans have been craving.
The most successful of the food offerings was the Hershey’s Kisses. Even the wrappers captured the Wizarding World. From the colors to the "cheers" message inside the foil, everything was done with intention.
The Kisses capture the sweetness of the Butterbeer. The creamy center that just seems to melt effortless. That little bite just feels magical.
Additionally, these treats are perfect transformed into other desserts. For example, consider using these Hershey’s Kisses as a topping for a chocolate cookie. With a sprinkling of flake salt, it will be the most talked about dessert.
For people who love a crunchy snack, the Butterbeer Goldfish were equally as impressive. That texture makes these snacks craveable. Handful by handful, it was easy to finish the bag in a single serving.
While Goldfish has many limited time flavors, this option is quite success. Plus, it was fun to see that snack which smiles back transform into other shapes. Just think if there could be some other flavors with curious shapes.
The best snack to rewatch those iconic movies was the SkinnyPop Butterbeer popcorn. What worked well with this snack is that the popcorn is still light. Instead of a heavy butterscotch/caramel coating, the sprinkling of flavor makes this flavor shine.
For people who just want a hint of sweetness, the SkinnyPop was the perfect choice. Personally, combining the popcorn with the Goldfish made for a sweet snack mix. It was a win all around.
While everyone would love to enjoy these snacks all year long, Butterbeer season will be coming to a close. Unfortunately, some people will have to cast a special spell to get them back or head to Universal theme park to satisfy that Butterbeer craving.