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    Home » Cupcakes » Banana Nutella Cupcakes

    Banana Nutella Cupcakes

    Published: Jun 22, 2017 by Jen Sobjack · 47 Comments

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    There's something incredibly addicting about Banana Nutella Cupcakes. Everyone loves banana cake and with this recipe, you'll get that wonderful banana flavor paired with decadent chocolate hazelnut frosting. It's so much better than just plain chocolate frosting and the banana cupcakes are so easy to make, you will want them all the time.

    swirls of Nutella frosting over banana cupcakes

    I took some time to re-photograph this recipe that is over two years old. My photography has improved greatly over the years and I love to see the evolution of my photos.

    I make these banana cupcakes all the time and my favorite way to enjoy them is in banana cake. That was up until I recently retested this banana Nutella version. I'm forever converted!

    The recipe isn't too fancy. It's actually very simple and straightforward.

    I used my trusted banana cupcake recipe and topped it with my new and improved Nutella Frosting. It's by far the best flavor combination I've ever experienced.

    banana cupcakes topped with Nutella frosting

    The cupcakes are light, springy, and full of banana flavor. They sort of remind me of banana bread only not as dense. And they always get rave reviews when I make them.

    The combination of Nutella and banana is quite epic. I've seen banana bread with Nutella swirl and it was quite drool-worthy. So, I knew I had to pair the two together in a cupcake.

    I'm so thankful it turned out as amazing as it did.

    Slather the frosting over the cupcakes and prepare for an incredible flavor rush. I promise you will love these.

    banana nutella cupcakes recipe

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    swirls of Nutella frosting over banana cupcakes

    Banana Nutella Cupcakes

    Yield: 18 cupcakes
    Prep Time: 35 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour

    There’s something incredibly addicting about Banana Nutella Cupcakes. Everyone loves banana cake and with this recipe, you’ll get that wonderful banana flavor paired with decadent chocolate hazelnut frosting. It’s so much better than just plain chocolate frosting and the banana cupcakes are so easy to make, you will want them all the time.

    Ingredients

    For the cupcakes

    • ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
    • 1 cup (227 grams) mashed ripe banana, about 2 large bananas
    • ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 cups (260 grams) all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ cup (120 milliliters) whole milk

    For the frosting

    • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature
    • ¾ cup (210 grams) Nutella, or other chocolate hazelnut spread
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • 2 cups (240 grams) confectioners’ sugar, sifted

    Instructions

    Make the cupcakes

    1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
    2. Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2 to 4 minutes, or until browned.
    3. In a large bowl, combine the browned butter, banana, and granulated sugar; beat on medium speed until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time; beat well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract.
    4. Measure flour by fluffing it with a fork then lightly spoon it into a dry measuring cup, level the top with the back of a knife. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; stir with a fork or whisk. Gradually add the flour mixture to the banana mixture alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
    5. Line a 12 cup muffin pan with paper cups. Spoon ¼ cup of batter into each cup. Bake for 20 to 24 minutes or until the cupcake springs back when touched. Remove from pan immediately and allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.

    Make the frosting

    1. In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or with an electric hand mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed until smooth. Add the Nutella and salt. Continue to beat until incorporated, about 2 minutes.
    2. Add 1 cup of confectioner's sugar, beat on medium-low speed until most of the sugar is moistened. Add in the remaining sugar and beat on medium-low speed until the sugar is moistened. Turn the speed up to medium-high and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Frost the cupcakes as desired.

    Notes

    Make ahead tip

    1. The cupcakes and frosting can each be made 1 day in advance before assembling. Cover and refrigerate each overnight. Frost the cupcakes the next day.
    2. Frosted cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    3. Both frosted and unfrosted cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. 

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    Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 18
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 360

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the values shown are just an estimate.

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    © Jen Sobjack
    Cuisine: American / Category: Cupcakes
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    Comments

    1. Angela says

      May 10, 2020 at 9:54 am

      Hi. Will self raising flour work with this recipe. It's all I have?

      Reply
      • Jen Sobjack says

        May 13, 2020 at 9:42 am

        I've not made these cupcakes with self-rising flour so I'm not 100% sure how they will turn out. But I imagine it would be fine to do as long as you omit the leavening from the recipe.

        Reply
    2. Katherine says

      June 24, 2017 at 6:49 pm

      Ok, I just want a bowl of this frosting!

      Reply
    3. Alyssa says

      October 04, 2015 at 6:58 am

      LOVE this icing, but my cupcakes came out overcooked and I only baked for 18 minutes! I think I might add some sour cream next time for moisture. Also stuffed mine after they cooled with Nutella. Yummy.

      Reply
    4. Po @ Frost and Serve says

      April 19, 2015 at 3:24 am

      My mom is currently not allowed to eat any fruit aside from bananas since doctors can't determine yet what she is allergic to. She's not allowed to eat chocolates and any food with food coloring, too! And I miss baking for her. 🙁 This might be the perfect recipe for her! I might stick to a cream cheese frosting, though. Thank you for this! <3

      Reply
      • Jen says

        April 20, 2015 at 9:50 am

        I'm sorry to hear about your mom. But a banana cupcake is sure to make her day and cream cheese frosting would be perfect with these!

        Reply
    5. Mary Frances says

      April 05, 2015 at 7:57 pm

      You get it girl! Bananas and Nutella for the win everrrryday. I'll take a baker's dozen, please and thank you!

      Reply
      • Jen says

        April 06, 2015 at 7:21 am

        I would happily share with you! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says

      April 04, 2015 at 10:44 am

      Such a great combo! And Nutella makes everything AMAZING!

      Reply
      • Jen says

        April 06, 2015 at 7:12 am

        Totally agree! I could just mash bananas in my Nutella and call it a day.

        Reply
    7. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

      April 03, 2015 at 12:20 pm

      I love the combination of banana and nutella!! They look wonderful! I have had weeks of recipe failure and they are the absolute worst! Just know you are not alone!

      Reply
    8. Mir says

      April 03, 2015 at 6:23 am

      No wonder these get rave reviews! Man, that base looks perfect. And the frosting...yep. I need, I want. You anywhere near DC right now? 😉

      Reply
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