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2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake

Indulge in the magical flavors of the wizarding world with this delectable 2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake! This easy-to-make dessert combines the creamy and rich taste of butterbeer with the comfort of a classic cake. Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to a treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth and take you on a nostalgic journey. So put on your wizard robes, grab your wand and get ready to enjoy a slice of this spellbinding creation.

close up of slice of butterbeer cake on white plate

Calling all Harry Potter fans!

If you’ve ever dreamed of tasting the sweet Butterscotch goodness of a mug of Hogwarts-style Butterbeer, then this recipe is for you.

We’ll be teaching you how to make a magical and delicious Butterbeer cake that will have you ready to hop on the Hogwarts Express in no time.

A two ingredient, magical (and delicious) no egg Butterbeer Cake Recipe! It’s just two ingredients without the frosting but if you do want the topping, it’s just 4 ingredients total!

This recipe is so simple to make and requires no eggs, no milk and no butter so it’s perfect for those who are looking for an egg-less dessert.

Want more soda cake recipes? Check out our Mountain Dew Soda Cake recipe and our Dr. Pepper Soda Cake recipe. Also check out this Strawberry Soda Cake too!

slice of butterbeer cake on white plate

2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance can I make this?
You can make this 2-3 days in advance and keep it covered in the fridge.

Can I use diet cream soda?
Yes! You can certainly use any brand of cream soda and even use diet if you prefer.

What toppings can I use for this cake?
If you want you can simply serve it plain or use a light layer of Cool-Whip or whipped cream in place of the frosting. You can also use butter cream whipped frosting too.

slice of butterbeer cake on white plate

Things to Note:

  • If you have a 2-liter of cream soda instead of a 12oz. can, you can measure out 1 1/2 cups of soda.

How to Make 2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake

Preheat the Oven at 350 degrees.

In a mixing bowl, add the cake mix, and the cream soda, and blend until the cake batter is smooth and creamy. 

cream soda being poured into bowl with cake mix

Grease an 8X8 inch baking pan, and pour the cake batter into the pan. 

butterbeer cake mix in large mixing bowl

Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.  

Cool the cake on a wire rack. 

When completely cool, frost the cake with the vanilla frosting, and drizzle with the butterscotch sauce.

slice of butterbeer cake with bite taken out of it

Serve and Enjoy!

2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake

2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Indulge in the magical flavors of the wizarding world with this delectable 2-Ingredient Butterbeer Cake! This easy-to-make dessert combines the creamy and rich taste of butterbeer with the comfort of a classic cake. Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to a treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth and take you on a nostalgic journey. So put on your wizard robes, grab your wand and get ready to enjoy a slice of this spellbinding creation.

Ingredients

  • 1 Box of Betty Crocker Butter Cake Mix
  • 1 Can of Cream soda - 12 ounces
  • 1 Container of Vanilla Frosting (optional)
  • Smucker's Butterscotch Sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven at 350 degrees.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add the cake mix, and the cream soda, and blend until the cake batter is smooth and creamy. 
  3. Grease an 8X8 inch baking pan, and pour the cake batter into the pan. 
  4. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.  
  5. Cool the cake on a wire rack. 
  6. When completely cool, frost the cake with the vanilla frosting, and drizzle with the butterscotch sauce.
  7. Serve and Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 9 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 281Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 138mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 0gSugar: 44gProtein: 0g

*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please consult with a registered dietitian for dietary advice. You may read our Nutritional Disclaimer here: https://www.simplisticallyliving.com/nutritional-disclaimer/

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Karen Taylor

Tuesday 29th of August 2023

This is a cake mix for a 9x12 cake. You use an 8x8 is this correct?

Brittanie Pyper

Wednesday 30th of August 2023

Correct. You can certainly use a 9x12 baking pan. Your cake will just be a little thinner and you'll need to adjust cooking times. :)

Patty Stayton

Sunday 4th of June 2023

Can you use sugar free cake mix and sugar free cream soda?

Brittanie

Sunday 4th of June 2023

You certainly can! It won't be as sweet but I am sure it will still taste great :)

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