These Self-Frosting Nutella Cupcakes are magical; they essentially frost themselves. No need to frost-fuss over these Nutella cupcakes. These baby cakes are tender, easy to make, and even taste like magic.
Unbelievably, I’m writing part of this post from a local bar and grill, while sipping red wine. Never beer, only wine. But that’s another tale for another space.
The bit about blogging in an edgy bar isn’t what’s so unbelievable. No.
We are here watching a live podcast with a quirky 4-person panel. But it’s not even the funky live podcast that’s so bizarre.
It’s the fact that taking the stage is — wait for it — a theological debate. Yo, what?! Yeah. A full on, legit, deeply theological debate… in a crowded bar.
This debate is clearly so intriguing to the public that there’s literally standing room only. It’s no small room, either. This situation is both weird and wildly cool. #pastorgreg and #breakingtherules.
Intriguing, weird, and wildly cool are words that also describe these Self-Frosting Nutella Cupcakes. (How was that for a segue? I tried.)
These baby cakes [almost] do all the work by themselves..
When else can you make cupcakes that need no frosting? No need to fuss with buttercream or any cream. No messy, smeary spatula needed.
Simply mix up an easy batter, swirl in that addiction-inducing Nutella, and let the cupcakes do their magic. It’ll happen.
What emerges is unicorn-worthy.
You’ll get a yummy, tender batch of mouthwatering cupcakes. They’re as delicious as they are pretty.
Sprinkles are optional, but highly encouraged for a happy burst of color.
Perfect for parties, family, and friends. And unicorns.
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Self-Frosting Nutella Cupcakes
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
These Self-Frosting Nutella Cupcakes are magical; they essentially frost themselves up. No need to fuss over a separate frosting for these Nutella cupcakes. These baby cakes are tender, easy to make, and even taste like magic.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup salted butter, softened but not melty
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temp
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp table salt
- 1/2 cup original Nutella
- Optional: your choice of sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F, with rack on lower middle position. Lightly grease muffin tin (or use liners.) In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment (or use electric mixer,) cream together the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 2-3 min. Scrape down sides of bowl as needed. Add eggs and vanilla, beating until smooth and combined.
- In another bowl, gently hand-whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Use wooden spatula to gently stir in the flour mixture with the butter mixture, just until mixture is combined – don’t over mix.
- Fill each prepared muffin tin a little less than two-thirds full. (Be sure to leave some space at the tops of muffin tin, as the cupcakes will expand quite a bit.) Add 1 heaping teaspoon of Nutella on top of each cupcake and use a toothpick dip into the batter and swirl.
- Bake 15-20 min, or just until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with a few tender crumbs attached (not fully clean.) Immediately sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles, if desired. Let cool on wire rack and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: dessert
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Omg it looks so yummy! I have a sweet tooth and I love nutella! Will try this recipe. :)- Dae Nerys
Me too…sweet tooth + Nutella =
Yummyyyy.. favourite Post. thanks for sharing !!
A self frosting cupcake!? Miracles do happen! These are so genius- and look so delicious!
Aww, thank you, Karly!! 🙂
These look delicious and I am not a cupcake fan. I am, however, a Nutella addict lol.
I know, who doesn’t like Nutella, right? 🙂
Mmmmm, these cakes all look so delicious! It’s making me hungry! I might have to try the Nutella one out!
Thanks, Jojo!
This looks so delicious and i am not really a fan of cupcakes.
Thanks, Keisha! 🙂
Thank you so much for this recipe! Can’t wait to make it. I think my family will love it.
you’re so welcome, courtney!
I love cupcakes and with Nutella..wow!! I’m not a baker but I would like to try these at home for sure. The pictures are really tempting!!
You can definitely make these easy cupcakes 🙂 Enjoy, Shibani!
Nutella cupcakes??!!! Oh my gosh these sound absolutely fabulous and I’m sure my kiddos would love them!!!
Thank you, Shell! 🙂
These look so delicious. Fall weather makes me want to bake more.
that’s the one redeeming thing to me about cold weather 🙂
If it’s got Nutella, I’m in! These look yummy!
Thanks, Kay!
I am not much of a Nutella fan, but these cupcakes look very tasty indeed. I am sure my kids will like this one very much.
My kids definitely do, too 🙂
We are straight crazy about nutella ANYTHING. These look absolutely amazing.
seriously, if i left it up to my kids, they would polish one jar in a couple of days. 😉
I love nutulla! It’s one of my favorite spreads. I never thought about incorporating nutella in cupcakes. Sounds delish!
i know, my kids just spread nutella all on their toast and call it a day! 😉
Wow! I really love nutella. So this one is very perfect for my cravings. I will definitely do this next weekend.
So glad you like it, Elizabeth – enjoy 🙂
These cakes look absolutely amazing Amy. If I were trying to limit my carb intake for 30 days, I would print this out.
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I’ll join you in carb limiting, but not til January 🙂 😉
This looks ao heavenly and love to give a try with my kids.
The kids would love it 🙂
Nutella in a cupcake? Never heard of or tried that before. Cool!
You’d love it! 🙂
I’m just wondering if I can double this recipe by doubling all the ingredients? I make weekly treats for healthcare workers in bulk.