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Perfect nutella muffins recipe

Nutella muffins


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  • Author: Fadela
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Description

Soft and fluffy Nutella muffins recipe, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a school snack. Each muffin is light, moist, and filled with gooey Nutella in the center. (Makes 12 muffins)


Ingredients

  • 80 g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 80 g (1/3 cup) vegetable oil (rapeseed or canola)
  • 200 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 330 ml (1 1/4 cups) buttermilk or milk
  • 390 g (2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Nutella spread

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 420°F / 220°C (fan) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. On a baking sheet, drop spoonfuls of Nutella and freeze for 30 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk butter, oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then gently fold until just combined.
  5. Fill liners halfway, place frozen Nutella discs on top, cover with more batter, and add a small Nutella swirl on top.
  6. Bake for 5 min at 420°F, then reduce to 350°F (180°C) and bake 10–15 min more until golden anddomed.
  7. Let cool fully before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature, or freeze up to 3 months.

Tips

  • Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements.
  • Don’t overmix — it keeps the muffins soft and airy.
  • Bake at high temperature first for that perfect bakery-style muffin top.
  • Use chilled Nutella for easy handling and clean swirls.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: muffins, breakfast
  • Cuisine: american

Nutrition

  • Calories: 156
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 195
  • Fat: 5
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Carbohydrates: 24
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 20