Copycat Wizarding World of Harry Potter Pumpkin Juice recipe
This copycat pumpkin juice recipe tastes just like the drink from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter—spiced, sweet, and perfect for fall or Hogwarts parties.
Ingredients
Pumpkin Base (choose one)
- ½ butternut squash, seeds removed Roast with 2 cups water (see instructions)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin Blend with ¼ cup water
Pumpkin Juice
- 1 1/4 cups prepared pumpkin juice (from step above)
- 3 cups apple juice
- 1/2 cup apricot nectar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
Prepare Pumpkin Juice (Fresh Option):
- Place halved butternut squash in a baking tray with 2 cups of water.Roast at 180°C / 355°F for about 40 minutes or until soft.Let cool, scoop out the flesh (discard skin), and blend with the roasting water.Strain through cheesecloth for smoother texture, if desired.
Prepare Pumpkin Juice (Canned Option):
- Blend 1 cup canned pumpkin with ¼ cup water until smooth. Strain if needed.
Make the Pumpkin Juice Blend:
- Measure out 1¼ cups of your prepared pumpkin juice.
- In a saucepan, combine with apple juice, apricot nectar, vanilla, spice, and sugar.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes. This step concentrates the flavors and infuses the spices into the juice.
- Cool completely before bottling or refrigerating. Serve chilled or gently reheated in mugs for a cozy Hogwarts feel.
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