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Nutella Hazelnut Cupcakes

Nutella Hazelnut Cupcakes

These rich and decadent Nutella Hazelnut Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. With a moist, Nutella-infused cupcake base, a surprise Nutella filling, and luscious Nutella buttercream topped with Ferrero Rocher, these cupcakes offer a gourmet dessert experience right from your kitchen. Whether you're craving homemade recipes, need easy dinner party desserts, or want a sweet way to end a fine dining recipe night, these cupcakes are a guaranteed hit.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 cupcakes

Ingredients
  

  • Nutella Cupcakes
  • 1 ⅔ cups 217g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup 168g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup 207g sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup 115g sour cream
  • ½ cup 160g Nutella
  • ¼ cup 60ml milk
  • Nutella Buttercream
  • 1 cup 224g unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup 160g Nutella
  • 4 cups 460g powdered sugar
  • 2 –4 tbsp 30–60ml heavy cream
  • Additional
  • 1 cup 320g Nutella, for filling
  • 7 –8 Ferrero Rocher candies optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Prepare wet mixture: In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and eggs until combined. Add sour cream, Nutella, and milk, mixing until smooth.
  • Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined.
  • Fill liners 3/4 full and bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Fill cupcakes: Use a knife or cupcake corer to remove centers. Fill each with Nutella using a piping bag or spoon.
  • Make buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Add Nutella and mix well. Gradually add powdered sugar, then cream until fluffy.
  • Frost cupcakes and top with Ferrero Rocher, if using.

Notes

  • These cupcakes store well refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Use an apple corer or piping tip to easily core cupcakes.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped hazelnuts over the frosting.
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