Nutella Stuffed Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes featuring a warm, gooey Nutella center—an indulgent breakfast or brunch treat that's surprisingly simple to make.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

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→ Filling

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# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dollop 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 incorporated.
03 - In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush with a little melted butter.
06 - Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Place a frozen Nutella disk in the center, then spoon a little more batter over the Nutella to cover it completely.
07 - Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 minutes. Flip carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
08 - Repeat with remaining batter and Nutella disks, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
09 - Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with extra Nutella.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The contrast between fluffy pancake exterior and molten Nutella center creates that magical moment when chocolate starts flowing across your plate.
  • These pancakes turn an ordinary morning into something special without requiring any fancy techniques or equipment.
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  • If your Nutella disks arent frozen solid, theyll melt too quickly and burst through the sides of your pancakes during cooking.
  • The first pancake is almost always a practice run, so dont be discouraged if it doesnt turn out perfect.
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  • Make a double batch of Nutella disks and keep them in the freezer for up to a month so you can whip up these pancakes whenever the craving strikes.
  • If your pancakes are browning too quickly before cooking through, lower your heat slightly and cover the pan with a lid for 30 seconds to help cook the interior.
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