How to Make Brownie Cupcakes with Hazelnut Buttercream - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indulgence and simplicity come together in the form of these decadent Brownie Cupcakes with Hazelnut Buttercream. This recipe combines the rich, fudgy goodness of a brownie with the light, creamy texture of buttercream frosting, creating a dessert that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping treat for a special occasion or simply craving a delicious chocolate fix, these brownie cupcakes are guaranteed to please.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (19.5 ounce) box Pillsbury® Family Size Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix
  • ½ cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup chopped hazelnuts, plus
  • additional chopped hazelnuts, for garnish
  • ¼ cup Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup Jif® Chocolate Flavored Hazelnut Spread
  • 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon milk, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper baking cups. Prepare brownie mix according to package directions using oil, water and eggs. Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped hazelnuts. Fill baking cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake 30 to 32 minutes or until centers are set. Cool 2 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool completely on wire racks.
  • For Frosting: Beat shortening, butter and chocolate hazelnut spread in a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, salt and 1 tablespoon of milk. Beat slowly until combined. Beat on high, 3 to 5 minutes, adding an additional 1 tablespoon milk at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Frost cupcakes by placing frosting into corner of resealable plastic bag. Cut 1/2-inch off corner of bag. Starting at outside edge, work in circular motion to build up frosting moving towards center, creating a swirl effect. Sprinkle with reserved chopped hazelnuts.
  • Nutrition

    483 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 214mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 52mg