NUTELLA CUPCAKES

Nutella cupcakes are rich, moist, and packed with that irresistible hazelnut-chocolate flavor. Here’s a recipe to make Nutella-filled cupcakes with Nutella frosting for double the indulgence!

Nutella Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup whole milk
• ½ cup Nutella (for filling)

For the Nutella Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• ½ cup Nutella
• 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for consistency)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

Making the Cupcakes:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Add eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
5. Alternate dry ingredients and milk: Slowly add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, then mix in the milk. Add the remaining dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fill cupcake liners: Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the batter. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of Nutella into the center of each and then cover with more batter until the liners are ⅔ full.
7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the edge (away from the Nutella center) comes out clean. Let them cool completely.

Making the Nutella Frosting:

1. Cream the butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth.
2. Add Nutella and powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, Nutella, and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
3. Adjust consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream and continue to beat until smooth. Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
4. Frost the cupcakes: Pipe or spread the Nutella frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.

Optional:

• Top with chopped hazelnuts, a drizzle of melted Nutella, or chocolate shavings for extra flair!

Enjoy these decadent, Nutella-filled cupcakes!