Description
Indulge in the bliss of Nutella Hazelnut Cupcakes, where rich chocolate meets creamy hazelnut frosting. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings. With a fluffy vanilla base and a luscious Nutella topping, these cupcakes are sure to impress your friends and family. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, they’re a must-try for any chocolate lover!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Nutella spread
- Optional: Chopped hazelnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Scoop batter into muffin tins, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat together heavy cream and Nutella until fluffy peaks form; pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg