Nutella Swirl Chocolate Cupcakes
Nutella Swirl Chocolate Cupcakes - A Decadent Delight
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Nutella Swirl Chocolate Cupcakes, a perfect treat for chocolate lovers. These cupcakes are a delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy Nutella, swirled together to create a mouth-watering dessert.
Ingredients (12 servings):
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup Nutella
Cooking Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter, as it can result in tough cupcakes.
- Use a toothpick to swirl the Nutella into the batter for a marbled effect.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
7. Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Drop a spoonful of Nutella onto each cupcake and swirl it into the batter with a toothpick.
9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
10. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Appearance and Taste:
These Nutella Swirl Chocolate Cupcakes are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. The rich chocolate cupcakes are moist and fluffy, with a swirl of creamy Nutella running through them. The marbled effect of the Nutella adds a beautiful touch to the cupcakes, making them look as good as they taste. The combination of chocolate and Nutella creates a decadent flavor that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Nutella, Flour