How to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes with Hazelnut Buttercream

How to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes Using CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting

Rich chocolate, roasted hazelnut flavor and creamy buttercream come together beautifully in these irresistible Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes. Featuring soft, moist chocolate cupcakes topped with generous swirls of CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting, they’re an indulgent dessert that’s perfect for chocolate lovers.

Whether you’re baking for a birthday, holiday, wedding, dinner party or simply craving something decadent, these cupcakes deliver a delicious combination of chocolate and hazelnut in every bite.

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes

Chocolate and hazelnut are a classic pairing. Deep cocoa flavor complements the warm, nutty taste of hazelnuts, creating a dessert that feels both comforting and luxurious.

Using CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting makes the finishing process quick and convenient. Instead of preparing frosting from scratch, simply bake your cupcakes, allow them to cool and pipe on beautiful swirls of creamy chocolate hazelnut buttercream.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cupcakes

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup milk
• ¼ cup finely chopped roasted hazelnuts, optional

For Decorating

• CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting
• Chopped roasted hazelnuts
• Chocolate curls or shavings
• Whole hazelnuts, optional
• Chocolate drizzle, optional

How to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a 12-cup cupcake pan with paper liners and set aside.

Brown, gold or cream cupcake liners are perfect for creating an elegant chocolate-hazelnut theme.

Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt.

Set aside while you prepare the wet ingredients.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

Place the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl.

Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.

Step 5: Add the Dry Ingredients and Milk

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.

Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing the batter, as this can make your cupcakes dense.

Step 6: Add the Hazelnuts

For extra hazelnut flavor and texture, gently fold finely chopped roasted hazelnuts into the batter.

You can skip this step if you prefer a completely smooth cupcake texture.

Step 7: Fill and Bake

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full.

Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Let them cool completely before frosting.

Decorating with CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting

Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, fill a piping bag fitted with a large star or round tip with CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting.

Pipe generous swirls of buttercream onto each cupcake.

For a simple bakery-style finish, sprinkle chopped roasted hazelnuts over the frosting.

Add chocolate curls or shavings for even more chocolate flavor and an elegant presentation.

Make Them Extra Chocolatey

Chocolate lovers can take these cupcakes to the next level with a drizzle of melted chocolate or chocolate sauce over the buttercream.

Finish with chopped hazelnuts or a whole roasted hazelnut on top.

The combination of chocolate cupcake, Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting and chocolate drizzle creates a rich dessert that’s perfect for special occasions.

Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcake Decorating Ideas

For birthdays, decorate with chocolate sprinkles, gold sugar pearls or festive cupcake toppers.

For weddings and anniversaries, choose elegant chocolate curls, chopped hazelnuts and subtle gold decorations.

For holiday parties, add seasonal sprinkles or chocolate decorations.

For a simple everyday treat, finish each cupcake with a generous swirl of CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting and a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts.

Tips for Perfect Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes

Use room-temperature butter, eggs and milk so your ingredients combine smoothly.

Choose good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.

If adding hazelnuts to the batter, chop them finely so they’re evenly distributed throughout each cupcake.

Avoid overmixing once you’ve added the flour.

Make sure the cupcakes are completely cool before adding CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting.

For bakery-style cupcakes, use a large star piping tip to create tall, beautiful swirls.

How to Store Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes

Store the decorated cupcakes in an airtight container according to the storage requirements of the buttercream and other ingredients you’re using.

If refrigerated, allow the cupcakes to come closer to room temperature before serving when appropriate. This helps bring out the chocolate and hazelnut flavors and gives the cake a softer texture.

An Irresistible Chocolate Hazelnut Treat

These Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes with CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting are rich, creamy and packed with delicious chocolate-hazelnut flavor.

They’re perfect for birthdays, weddings, holiday celebrations, dinner parties, dessert tables or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings.

Finish them with chopped roasted hazelnuts, chocolate curls or a decadent chocolate drizzle for a bakery-style dessert that’s sure to impress.

With CakeSupplyShop Chocolate Hazelnut Buttercream Frosting, creating delicious Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes couldn’t be easier.