Butterbeer Pie (No Bake Harry Potter Dessert)

ByLisa May 18, 2024September 24, 2024

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This magical Butterbeer Pie combines rich and creamy layers of butterscotch goodness with a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s the perfect easy dessert for the Harry Potter fans in your life.

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Easy Butterbeer Pie Recipe

If you are a regular reader of my blog, you’ll know that we are big Harry Potter fans! From watching the movies to sipping on butterbeer at Universal Studios, we can’t get enough!

We also love making new Harry Potter recipes! Since summer is right around the corner, this no bake butterbeer pie seemed like the perfect treat. Inspired by the famous drink from the books and movie series, it’s our latest must try dessert for Harry Potter fans.

With a deliciously smooth and creamy texture and an irresistible butterscotch flavor, you’ll get a little bit of magic in every delicious bite. The best part? Because it’s a no-bake dessert, you can satisfy those butterbeer cravings all summer without ever having to turn on the oven.

Want more cool recipes for summer? Try this Frozen Butterbeer Drink or our tasty Butterbeer Ice Cream!

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Why We Love This Recipe

Simple and decadent dessert: You can whip up this rich, no-bake treat in a matter of minutes, using just a few simple ingredients.
Delicious flavor: This dessert is loaded with triple butterscotch flavor from the syrup, chips, and pudding.
Great for any occasion: It makes a fantastic treat for a Harry Potter party, Halloween or even for a movie marathon.

Ingredients

Graham cracker crust, store-bought crust or you can use my graham cracker crust recipe
Cream cheese, softened
Powdered sugar
Butterscotch syrup
Butterscotch chips
Butterscotch instant pudding mix
Cold milk
Whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
Butter extract

How To Make No-Bake Butterbeer Pie

Step 1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 2. Add the chips and half of the syrup. Mix until well combined.

A bowl of powdered sugar and cream cheese being mixed with a white spatula, a box of butterscotch Jell-O and a glass of milk nearby on a white surface.

A bowl of pudding mix with caramel sauce and butterscotch chips being stirred, with a Jell-O box and extra chips beside it.

Step 3. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top with
a spatula. Cover with the remaining syrup.

A pie with a creamy filling and butterscotch chips in a graham cracker crust in a foil pan

Butterbeer pie ingredients topped with caramel sauce in a pie dish, next to a JELL-O box and butterscotch chips on a white surface.

Step 4. Whisk the pudding mix and milk together in a medium bowl until smooth and thickened. Add a teaspoon of butter extract.

Step 5. Fold in the whipped cream (Cool Whip) until fully combined and fluffy.

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A bowl of creamy butterscotch pudding mix with a white spatula, next to an empty Jell-O pudding box and a bowl of butterscotch chips.

Step 6. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Step 7. Sprinkle the top of the pie with more chips and an extra drizzle of syrup.

Step 9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set and the pie is chilled. Once set, slice into individual servings and serve.

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A slice of butterbeer pie topped with butterscotch chips and butterscotch drizzle on a white plate.

Storage Instructions

Fridge: Place the pie in an airtight container or cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Freezer: If you want to store it for a longer period, wrap it securely in plastic wrap and then in a layer of foil to prevent freezer burn. Store it in the freezer for up to 1–2 months. Before serving, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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Variations and Add-ins

Chocolate Swirl: Swirl melted chocolate into the cheesecake batter before chilling for a delicious chocolatey twist.
Chocolate crust: You can use a chocolate pie crust instead of a graham cracker one for a different flavor and texture.
Nuts: Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling for little bites of crunchiness.
Caramel syrup: If you can’t find butterscotch syrup, you can always use caramel syrup instead.
Marshmallow Creme: Add a little marshmallow creme to the Cool Whip mixture for extra sweetness.
Whipped cream: Top the cheesecake with a dollop of stabilized whipped cream and extra Graham cracker crumbs.
More Fun Garnish: If you’re making this for a party, feel free to add a few gold sprinkles. You can also pick up some yellow fondant and cut out a lightning bolt shape to top the pie.