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Nutella Stuffed Pancakes
4.9 from 92 votes

Nutella Stuffed Pancakes

Nutella Stuffed Pancakes are made by freezing discs of Nutella and sandwiching them inside pancake batter cooked on a skillet. The contrast between the warm, fluffy pancakes and the melted, gooey Nutella center creates a rich texture and sweet flavor. The recipe also offers tips to handle the delicate frozen Nutella discs and achieve an even golden brown surface, making this a fun and indulgent breakfast or dessert option.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 - 7
Calories: 308 kcal
Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Ingredients

  • 10 - 14 tbsp Nutella
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups plain flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • Pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 egg
  • 1cup + 2 tbsp milk (I used low fat)
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence (optional)
Other
  • 1 tsp butter , separated (2 x 1/2 tsp)
  • strawberries optional, sliced

Instructions

Frozen Nutella Disc
    Cup of Yum
  1. Line a baking tray with baking paper (parchment paper).
  2. Dollop 1 1/2 to 2 tbsp of Nutella onto the baking tray and spread into a disc around 2 1/2" / 6cm in diameter and 1/5" / 1/2 cm thick. (Note 1) Repeat to make 7 discs.
  3. Place the tray in the freezer until firm (around 1 to 1 1/2 hours).
  4. Peel off the parchment paper. Keep the Nutella discs in the freezer until required (they soften quickly).
Pancakes
  1. Place the Dry Ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  2. Make a well in the centre and place the Wet Ingredients in the well. Whisk until combined and lump free (stop whisking as soon as it is smooth, don't over whisk).
  3. Melt 1/2 tsp butter in a non stick fry pan over medium heat. Once melted, wipe most of the butter off with a paper towel. (Note 2)
  4. Take 3 Frozen Nutella Discs out of the freezer just before you start cooking. (Note 3)
  5. Dollop 1/4 cup of batter into the fry pan. Working quickly, place 1 Frozen Nutella Disc in the middle of the batter, then top with batter to cover the Nutella disc (Note 4).
  6. When bubbles start appearing around the edges (around 2 minutes), lift up the edge and make sure the underside is golden. Then flip and cook until the other side is golden.
  7. Repeat with remaining batter. Melt more butter in the pan after the 3rd or 4th pancake. You should be able to make 7 in total, but sometimes it makes 6 - depends on how much batter you use on top of the Nutella.
  8. Serve warm with sliced strawberries, if using. You could also serve with cream but I find that it's not necessary!

Notes

  • Freeze Nutella discs thick enough to handle easily, but not so large they leak upon cooking.
  • Wiping most butter off the pan before cooking helps achieve even golden browning on pancakes.
  • Work quickly when adding batter over the frozen Nutella discs to prevent melting and leaking.
  • If a pancake bursts and Nutella spills, clean the pan before cooking more to avoid burnt residue.
  • Cook pancakes in batches to keep Nutella discs firm until needed.

Nutrition Information

Serving 106g Calories 308cal (15%) Carbohydrates 45.9g (15%) Protein 6.2g (12%) Fat 11.1g (17%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 43mg (2%) Potassium 274mg (6%) Fiber 1.5g (6%) Sugar 24.4g (49%) Vitamin A 50IU (1%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Iron 2.2mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 - 7

Amount Per Serving

Calories 308

% Daily Value*

Serving 106g
Calories 308cal 15%
Carbohydrates 45.9g 15%
Protein 6.2g 12%
Fat 11.1g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 43mg 2%
Potassium 274mg 6%
Fiber 1.5g 6%
Sugar 24.4g 49%
Vitamin A 50IU 1%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Iron 2.2mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.