Nutella Stuffed Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes with a warm, gooey Nutella center—perfect for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Filling

10 - 8 tablespoons Nutella, chilled into disks

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon 8 heaping tablespoons of Nutella onto the sheet, shaping each into a disk about 2 inches wide. Freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush lightly with melted butter or oil to prevent sticking.
06 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Place a frozen Nutella disk in the center, then spoon a small amount of additional batter over the disk to completely cover it.
07 - Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set, about 2 minutes. Carefully flip with a spatula and cook for 1-2 minutes longer until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Repeat with remaining batter and Nutella disks, adding butter to the skillet as needed. Serve immediately while warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with additional Nutella.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Every bite reveals a warm, molten center that feels like a special occasion even on a weekday.
  • The batter is simple and forgiving, so you can focus on the fun part: the gooey surprise inside.
  • They look impressive but come together in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
  • You can customize the filling with any nut butter or chocolate spread you love.
02 -
  • If you skip freezing the Nutella, it will leak out during cooking and leave you with a messy pan and hollow pancakes.
  • Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are your friends and guarantee tender, fluffy pancakes instead of tough, rubbery ones.
  • Medium heat is crucial; too high and the outside burns before the center cooks, too low and they turn pale and dense.
03 -
  • Use a small ice cream scoop to portion the batter evenly, which helps all your pancakes cook at the same rate and look uniform.
  • If the Nutella disk is slightly off center, do not worry; just spoon a bit more batter over the exposed edge before flipping to seal it in.
  • Let the pancakes cook undisturbed until you see bubbles forming and popping on the surface; flipping too early can break them apart.
  • Keep finished pancakes warm in a low oven while you cook the rest, so everyone gets to enjoy them hot and gooey.
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