Rich, creamy drink featuring butterscotch, vanilla, warm milk, and spices for a comforting, magical indulgence.
# Components:
→ Butterscotch Base
01 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Drink
06 - 3 cups whole milk
07 - 1 cup cream soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Topping (optional)
10 - Whipped cream
11 - Butterscotch sauce or caramel drizzle
# Directions:
01 - Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in packed light brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes, constantly stirring, until the mixture bubbles and becomes aromatic.
02 - Add heavy cream and salt to the saucepan, stirring until a smooth consistency is reached. Remove the pan from heat and blend in vanilla extract.
03 - Return saucepan to low heat. Pour in whole milk, add cream soda, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk constantly until steaming hot, ensuring the mixture does not boil, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
04 - Taste and regulate sweetness or spice if preferred.
05 - Distribute the hot butterscotch beverage into mugs. Garnish with whipped cream and a butterscotch or caramel drizzle, if desired. Present immediately.
