Banana Nutella Cupcakes
Banana Nutella Cupcakes are a perfect marriage of two beloved flavors resulting in a moist, flavorful, and decadent dessert. Whether for a special occasion or everyday indulgence, these cupcakes bring together the creamy sweetness of bananas and the rich nuttiness of Nutella in a way that delights every bite.
Prep Time 25 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Banana Cupcakes:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas approximately 3 medium bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup buttermilk
Nutella Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- ½ cup Nutella hazelnut spread
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tablespoons milk adjust as needed for consistency
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Stir in the mashed bananas until evenly incorporated. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add half of the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, followed by the buttermilk, then add the remaining dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. For the Nutella frosting, beat together the butter and Nutella until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and 2 cups of powdered sugar, mixing well. Add 1 tablespoon of milk, then gradually add more powdered sugar and milk as needed until you achieve the desired frosting consistency. Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.