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Nutella Bueno Cupcakes - Easy Cupcake Recipes Everyone Will Love

Cupcakes have a way of making any day brighter, and these Nutella Bueno cupcakes are no exception. They’re soft, chocolatey, and topped with a swirl of hazelnut bliss that makes you wonder why you ever settled for plain old vanilla. The first time I made them, I had to fight the urge to hide them from my family—sharing isn’t always my strong suit when it comes to dessert. What makes these cupcakes special isn’t just the Nutella frosting (though, let’s be honest, that alone could win awards). It’s the way each bite gives you a mix of fluffy sponge, creamy filling, and a little crunch from the Kinder Bueno on top. They’re the kind of treat that makes your kitchen smell like a bakery and has people asking for the recipe before they’ve even finished chewing. Whether you’re baking for a party, a cozy night in, or just because Tuesday felt a bit dull, these cupcakes deliver. And the best part? They look impressive but are actually super easy to make, so you can spend less time stressing over perfection and more time licking the spatula.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time47 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cupcake Recipes, Easy Cupcake Recipes, Easy Cupcakes, fall cupcake recipes, Fun Cupcakes, quick cupcake recipe
Servings: 12
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 175g unsalted butter, softened
  • 175g caster sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 140g self-raising flour
  • 35g cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2-3 tbsp milk
  • 150g Nutella
  • 150g unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 300g icing sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)
  • Kinder Bueno bars, for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 160C fan and line a cupcake tray with 12 cases.
  2. Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, then mix until combined.
  5. Add milk gradually until the batter is smooth.
  6. Divide evenly between cupcake cases and bake for 20-22 minutes.
  7. Let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then add icing sugar, Nutella, and milk. Whip until fluffy.
  9. Pipe the frosting onto cooled cupcakes and top each with a piece of Kinder Bueno.