Yellow Cupcakes With Nutella Buttercream Frosting

Name: Yellow Cupcakes With Nutella Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CUPCAKES:; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened; 3/4 cups Sugar; 2 whole Eggs, Room Temperature; 1 whole Egg Yolk, Room Temperature; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract; 1-1/2 cup All-purpose Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1-1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder; 4 ounces, fluid Milk, Room Temperature; FOR THE FROSTING:; 1/2 cups Butter; 2 cups Powdered Sugar; 3 Tablespoons Nutella; 1 Tablespoon Milk; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract

Servings: persons

FOR THE CUPCAKES:
1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened
3/4 cups Sugar
2 whole Eggs, Room Temperature
1 whole Egg Yolk, Room Temperature
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1-1/2 cup All-purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1-1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
4 ounces, fluid Milk, Room Temperature
FOR THE FROSTING:
1/2 cups Butter
2 cups Powdered Sugar
3 Tablespoons Nutella
1 Tablespoon Milk
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract

1
For the cupcakes:
2
Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a 12-count cupcake pan with paper liners.
3
In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment cream butter and sugar until fluffy. This takes about 5 minutes. Add in eggs and vanilla extract. Mix to combine.
4
In a separate bowl mix together the dry ingredients (flour, salt, and baking powder). Add portions of the dry ingredients and milk (in two parts each) to the egg mixture. Make sure to stir in between. Do not over mix. The batter should be thick.
5
Fill the lined pan with batter, filling each 2/3 of the way up. Place pan in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Make sure a knife or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove pan from oven.
6
For the Nutella buttercream:
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In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment cream butter on high for about 2-3 minutes to get a creamy fluffy texture. Add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until combined. Add the Nutella, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix to combine. If the frosting is too runny add more powdered sugar. If it is too thick add some more milk.
8
Pipe the icing onto cool cupcakes and decorate as desired. Cupcakes can be stored on the counter at room temperature for a day or two or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

1029

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CUPCAKES:, 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened, 3/4 cups Sugar, 2 whole Eggs, Room Temperature, and more.

Yes, Yellow Cupcakes With Nutella Buttercream Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!