Description
These moist and fluffy Nutella Cupcakes are filled and topped with creamy Nutella for the ultimate chocolate-hazelnut treat. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or anytime you crave a decadent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup Nutella, divided (for batter, filling, and topping)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1/4 cup Nutella.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Using a small knife or cupcake corer, remove the centers of each cupcake and fill with about 1 tsp Nutella.
- To make the frosting, warm the heavy cream and mix it with the remaining Nutella until smooth. Let it cool slightly, then pipe or spread on top of the cupcakes.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, chopped hazelnuts, or a swirl of extra Nutella if desired.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent touch, top the cupcakes with Ferrero Rocher candies.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with 3/4 cup milk and 1 tsp lemon juice.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before filling and frosting to avoid melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Nutella cupcakes, chocolate hazelnut dessert, Nutella frosting, stuffed cupcakes, Ferrero Rocher cupcakes