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 on top. The cake sponge is lovely and light, with delicious chocolate flavour. The Nutella buttercream is silky, creamy and has an intense Nutella flavour! I've made these cupcakes many times for bake sales and they always sell out!
The photos for this post were updated in March 2021.
How to make Nutella Bueno Cupcakes...
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.
Do you have to use self raising flour for this recipe?
No, if you can't find self raising flour or don't have it available where you live, you can use plain/all-purpose flour along with 1 ½ tsp baking powder. Measure the baking powder using a proper measuring teaspoon (not the kind you stir your coffee with).
How long do the Nutella Bueno Cupcakes keep for and can they be frozen?
The cupcakes will keep in an airtight container for 3 days in a cool place. You can freeze the sponges either alone, or decorated (but do not freeze the Kinder Bueno pieces or sprinkles). Once the sponges are fully cool, wrap them well with cling film or put them in an airtight container. You can freeze the buttercream on it’s own in a tub, or you can decorate the cupcakes and freeze them assembled.
To do this and avoid damage to the decoration, freeze them in an airtight container. Or let them freeze solid on a board or plate, then wrap in cling film. Remove the cling film when you take them out to defrost it, if you don’t it could damage the decoration as it defrosts and softens.
Can this recipe be made into a large cake?
Yes! Have a look at my Nutella Cake recipe for ingredient amounts and instructions.
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
- ¼ 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
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Wendy
These cupcakes look like they are dressed for a party! So pretty!
thebakingexplorer
Thanks Wendy!
Monika Dabrowski
These look super scrumptious! Stumbled:)
thebakingexplorer
Thanks so much Monika!
Jo Allison / Jo's Kitchen Larder
Love the look of those and that Nutella buttercream looks so light and chocolatey. Proper drooling now! 🙂 x
thebakingexplorer
Thanks Jo! Nutella buttercream is drool worthy stuff!
Vicky | The Flourishing Pantry
Wow these look so delicious! Maybe something for my little sister's birthday party....
thebakingexplorer
Thanks Vicky! I hope they are a hit at the party!
jenny paulin
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
thebakingexplorer
Thanks so much Jenny! They are a chocolate and Nutella lovers yummy dream!
Jacqui Bellefontaine
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.
thebakingexplorer
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! 🙂
Kate - gluten free alchemist
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
thebakingexplorer
Thanks so much Kate, that's so nice of you to say!
Angela / Only Crumbs Remain
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
thebakingexplorer
Angela, I'm shocked! Get yourself to the shops immediately! 😀
Claire Thomas
Pretty as a picture as always. That icing looks like it will taste amazing!
#TreatPetite
Kat (The Baking Explorer)
It really does Claire, it's my favourite icing!
Choclette
You are good making these for a bake sale. They look absolutely gorgeous as always. Thanks for sharing with #WeShouldCocoa.
Kat (The Baking Explorer)
Thank you!
HM
Love your receipt! May i know how can i make a more moist sponge? Should i add more egg?
thebakingexplorer
Add 1 tsbp milk to the batter, hope that helps!
The baker man
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
thebakingexplorer
Thank you so much!
Michelle Roy
Ohh my goodness these look amazing. I can't wait to try them! 🙂
Kelly
They look absolutely delicious! Is it possible to put a piece of the bueno inside the cupcake?
thebakingexplorer
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!
Kelly
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.
Mona
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?
thebakingexplorer
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!!
Zoe
Is this salted or unsalted butter? Thanks
thebakingexplorer
I always use unsalted for baking 🙂
Tasha
Soo tasty! I made these for my mother in law and she now is making them off your website!
Zara
I've lost count how many times I have made these cupcakes and they've come out perfect every time. The perfect amount of chocolatey nutella goodness!!
Claire
I made these for my little boy and they were a hit with the whole family. I'm not usually a fan of Bueno but I'm a convert. Another fab recipe!
thebakingexplorer
So glad you all liked them Claire!
Tara
Hi, are you able to make these in batches of 6? Is there anything you need to change or is it literally just halving everything? Was just wondering about the eggs and how that would work.
Thanks 😊
Tara
thebakingexplorer
Hi Tara, because of the eggs you'd only be able to split the recipe into either 4, 8 or 12 cupcakes. Hope that helps!
Céline
Bonjour,
1 cuillère à café et demi de levure correspond à combien de grammes environ? Car je n’ai pas de cuillère adaptée.
Merci d’avance!
thebakingexplorer
Bonjour, cette recette ne contient pas de levure, sur quelle recette est votre question?
Sumayyah
I made these a few days ago and oh my! They tasted and smelled AMAZING I love Nutella and this was just the best recipe for me. Everyone commented and how delicious they were. Thank you for such great recipes for little piggies like me who would rather eat cake than dinner lol