You are probably familiar with the deliciousness of Nutella, and the world of epic dessert possibilities that have been created using this yummy spread. Whilst I wouldn’t turn any of these down, I have to say my favourite way to enjoy Nutella is simply in buttercream form on top of a light sponge.
These Nutella Bueno Cupcakes deliver on both fronts and there’s also the extra treat of a mini Bueno piece. I first made these Nutella Bueno Cupcakes for a bake sale almost a year ago, but I didn’t have a chance to take any photos so I could share them with you. Luckily I got to bake them again recently for another bake sale and now I can share this recipe with you!
Step by step…
I started by creaming together the butter and caster sugar. Then I added the eggs and whisked them in, then mixed in the cocoa powder and self raising flour.
I separated the mixture between 12 muffin cases lining a muffin tray. The cupcakes baked for 20 minutes.
To make the Nutella buttercream I mixed together the butter and icing sugar until smooth, then I mixed in the Nutella and the milk. I put it into a piping bag with a star nozzle and piped it onto the cupcakes.
I topped them with mini Bueno pieces and chocolate strand sprinkles.
These Nutella Bueno Cupcakes are my idea of Nutella heaven! The sponge is lovely and light, and it’s the perfect vehicle to deliver the yummy Nutella buttercream. My only dilemma is do I eat the Bueno piece first, or save it till last?!
Recommended equipment & ingredients*
| Cupcake tin | Electric hand mixer | Piping bags |
| Nutella spread | Kinder Bueno | Jem 1E Piping nozzle |
| Brown cupcake cases | Wilton 1M Piping nozzle |
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Nutella Bueno Cupcakes
Ingredients
For the sponge
- 175 g Butter
- 175 g Caster sugar
- 3 Eggs large
- 150 g Self raising flour
- 25 g Cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder
For the buttercream
- 150 g Butter
- 300 g Icing sugar
- 200 g Nutella
- 1 tbsp Milk
For the decoration
- 12 Kinder Bueno Mini Pieces
- Chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 180C/160C Fan/350F/Gas Mark 4 and line a muffin tray with cupcake cases
- To make the cupcake sponges, start by creaming together the butter and caster sugar
- Add the eggs and whisk them in one at a time, then whisk in the cocoa powder, baking powder and self raising flour
- Divide the mixture between the 12 cupcake cases
- Bake the cupcakes for 20 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean
- To make the Nutella buttercream mix together the butter and icing sugar until smooth, then mix in the Nutella and the milk. Put it into a piping bag with a star nozzle and pipe it onto the cupcakes, or spread on with a spoon
- Top them with mini Bueno pieces and chocolate strand sprinkles
- Store in an airtight container in a cool place, eat leftovers within 3 days
NB. This post is NOT sponsored by Nutella – I just love their product!
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These cupcakes look like they are dressed for a party! So pretty!
Thanks Wendy!
These look super scrumptious! Stumbled:)
Thanks so much Monika!
Love the look of those and that Nutella buttercream looks so light and chocolatey. Proper drooling now! 🙂 x
Thanks Jo! Nutella buttercream is drool worthy stuff!
Wow these look so delicious! Maybe something for my little sister’s birthday party….
Thanks Vicky! I hope they are a hit at the party!
wowsers these look so good Kat . Full of such delicious flavours and chocolate and yumminess! Yep, I would happily scoff a few of these please!!! 😉
Thank you for linking to #Bakeoftheweek x
Thanks so much Jenny! They are a chocolate and Nutella lovers yummy dream!
Oh Ive been dreaming about these beauties ever since i first saw them. They look amazing and I really want to make them and will do just as soon as ive caight up after a few days before. My only regret is you didnt post them a week earlier I would have made them for my sons birthday.
Sorry they weren’t in time for his birthday, there’s always next year, but it doesn’t sound like you’ll be waiting that long! 🙂
I am always so impressed with your piping and decoration Kat. So neat and pretty and always makes me want to reach in and grab….. Nutella icing is a perfect topping. Sounds delish xx
Thanks so much Kate, that’s so nice of you to say!
Can you believe I’ve never used let alone tasted Nutella!! Given how you describe it I know I need to get some and include it in a bake – they look absolutely gorgeous Kat 🙂
Angela x
Angela, I’m shocked! Get yourself to the shops immediately! 😀
Pretty as a picture as always. That icing looks like it will taste amazing!
#TreatPetite
It really does Claire, it’s my favourite icing!
You are good making these for a bake sale. They look absolutely gorgeous as always. Thanks for sharing with #WeShouldCocoa.
Thank you!
Love your receipt! May i know how can i make a more moist sponge? Should i add more egg?
Add 1 tsbp milk to the batter, hope that helps!
I bake to cure sadness and honestly this frustrated me so much. Because I had to use every ounce of willpower not to eat the bowl of icing. Absolutely beautiful recipe
Thank you so much!
Ohh my goodness these look amazing. I can’t wait to try them! 🙂
They look absolutely delicious! Is it possible to put a piece of the bueno inside the cupcake?
Hi, thank you! I’ve never tried it, but I would recommend freezing them first otherwise they will just melt and potentially disintegrate. Let me know how it goes!
Thanks for the advise! They did not look as great as your cupcakes but i think i managed quite well. I froze them, as you recommended, and the piece of bueno was still intact. The biscuit of the bueno was a little bit soggy but still tasted good.
Apparently the best cupcakes I have made – thanks for the recipe!!
If I wanted to make gluten free ones, is it just a matter of swapping out the SF flour for GF flour?
Hi Mona, yes you should just be able to swap out the flour. Check the packet of the GF flour you use, sometimes they suggest adding 1-2 tbsp milk extra. I’m so happy you liked the cupcakes!!
Is this salted or unsalted butter? Thanks
I always use unsalted for baking 🙂
Soo tasty! I made these for my mother in law and she now is making them off your website!