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Nutella Cupcakes Recipe

Nutella Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in these decadent Nutella cupcakes that are rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolaty. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • All-purpose flour – 1 ¼ cups (155g)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder – ½ cup (50g)
  • Baking powder – 1 tsp
  • Baking soda – ½ tsp
  • Salt – ¼ tsp

Wet Ingredients:

  • Granulated sugar – 1 cup (200g)
  • Vegetable oil – ½ cup (120ml)
  • Eggs – 2 large
  • Buttermilk – ½ cup (120ml)
  • Warm water – ½ cup (120ml)
  • Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
  • Nutella – ½ cup (150g), plus extra for filling/topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in buttermilk.
  4. Combine and Bake: Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with warm water, mixing until just combined. Fold in ½ cup Nutella gently. Divide batter into cupcake liners, filling about ¾ full. Bake for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Finish: Once cooled, core the cupcakes, fill with Nutella, then frost with Nutella buttercream or swirl Nutella on top.

Notes

  • You can customize these cupcakes with chopped nuts or sprinkles.
  • Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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Keywords: Nutella Cupcakes, Chocolate Cupcakes, Dessert Recipe