Description
Indulgent Nutella Stuffed Strawberry Chocolate Cupcakes combine rich chocolate layers with creamy Nutella centers and fresh strawberry accents. Sweet dessert enthusiasts will adore these irresistible treats that deliver intense flavor and delightful surprise in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1.5 cups cake flour
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 8 ounces (226 grams) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups hot water
- 0.75 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 4 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup Nutella
- 2/3 cup seedless strawberry jam
Flavor and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 4 teaspoons espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt chocolate and cocoa powder together, creating a rich base by dissolving espresso powder in hot water and whisking into the chocolate mixture until silky smooth. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Prepare the oven at 350F and line muffin tins with cupcake liners, creating a perfect baking environment.
- Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, ensuring flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda are thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate oil, eggs, vinegar, and vanilla into the cooled chocolate mixture, blending until achieving a consistent, glossy texture.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to prevent overmixing.
- Distribute batter evenly into muffin cups, filling approximately 3/4 full for optimal rising.
- Bake for 17-19 minutes, checking for firmness by gently pressing the cupcake surface.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely, then carefully hollow out the center using an apple corer or paring knife.
- Fill the cupcake centers generously with Nutella, ensuring each cupcake receives a decadent chocolate core.
- Cream butter until light and airy, then blend in vanilla extract and strawberry jam for a vibrant flavor profile.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, whipping the buttercream until smooth and fluffy.
- Transfer buttercream to a piping bag with a decorative tip and elegantly frost the cooled cupcakes.
Notes
- Enhance chocolate flavor by using high-quality dark chocolate and freshly ground espresso powder for deeper, richer taste.
- Ensure even baking by rotating muffin tins halfway through cooking time and checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Prevent Nutella from sinking by cooling cupcakes completely before filling and using room temperature Nutella for easier piping.
- Experiment with alternative fillings like raspberry jam or caramel for unique flavor variations and dietary adaptations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 453
- Sugar: 43 g
- Sodium: 165 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg