We just returned from an incredible Mardi Gras & Butterbeer Season Getaway to Universal Orlando Resort, and let me tell you, if you haven’t experienced the “overlap,” you are missing out. While we were there, we fell in love with a new seasonal treat so much that we knew we had to recreate it, so today I’m sharing a Magically Epic Butterbeer Waffle copycat recipe! We stayed at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, a Premier Resort option and one of our favorite stays to enjoy the full Universal Orlando experience. Nothing beats having those Unlimited Express Passes included with your stay to breeze through the lines!
The Best of Both Worlds
Right now, Universal is in the midst of TWO of its BEST annual events:
- Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval: This festival is running from February 7th through April 4th, 2026. It is packed with cultural cuisine booths, live concerts, and that legendary parade.
- Butterbeer Season: This is the second annual celebration of all things “liquid gold.” This year, Butterbeer Season officially runs from March 1st through May 31st, 2026.
While we loved the Butterbeer Cookie Sandwich and the Butterbeer Shortbread from Honeyduke’s in Hogsmeade (Islands of Adventure), the absolute star of the show was at the Three Broomsticks.
If you’ve followed our Snack Wars series, you know we take our theme park treats seriously, but this waffle might just be the new heavyweight champion.
The Star Attraction: The Butterbeer Waffle
We headed into the Three Broomsticks seeking out a Butterbeer Waffle, and it was an Out-of-this-Universal experience! It features a fluffy waffle served with a seasonal Butterbeer stamped butter barrel (pad of butter), Butterbeer cream topping, fresh strawberries, and—of course—Butterbeer syrup.
At $19.99, it is a premium breakfast treat, but honestly? It was worth every penny.
The “Magically Epic” At-Home Butterbeer Waffle
Since we can’t be in Hogsmeade every morning (though we’d like to be!), we came home and immediately went to work on a copycat recipe. By using the Coffee Mate Butterbeer Creamer—which we, of course, already had in the fridge—we were able to capture that signature butterscotch magic.
The Ingredients for Magically Epic Butterbeer Waffle Copycat Recipe
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup White sugar
- 3.5 tsp Rumford Baking Powder (No added aluminum & Non-GMO!)
- 1/4 tsp Sea salt
- 2 large eggs (Separated: yolks in one bowl, whites in another)
- 1 cup 2% Lactose-free milk
- 1/2 cup Coffee Mate Butterbeer Creamer
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (Melted)
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
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Preparation Steps for Magically Epic Butterbeer Waffle Copycat Recipe
- Whisk the Dry: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and sea salt. Because we are using Rumford’s double-acting formula, you’ll get a great lift both during mixing and while cooking!
- Prep the Eggs: In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg yolks until light and fluffy. Stir in the milk, Butterbeer creamer, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Whip the Whites: In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This is a secret to mimic the “Universal-style” light and airy texture!
- Combine: Add the egg yolk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites with a spatula—be careful not to overmix so you keep those air bubbles intact.
- Cook: Bake in your preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s directions until golden brown and crisp.
The “Epic” Accompaniments
To make this Magically Epic Butterbeer Waffle Copycat Recipe truly match the Three Broomsticks version, you need the right toppings:
- Fresh Strawberries: Sliced thin and fresh.
- Homemade Whipped Cream: We use heavy whipping cream in our KitchenAid blender with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of sugar.
- Real Maple Syrup: Skip the imitation stuff! Real maple syrup (the kind sold in jugs) is a game-changer. Your family will thank you.
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