Nutella Stuffed Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes with a warm, melted Nutella center—perfect for an indulgent breakfast or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

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→ Filling

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# Step-by-Step Guide:

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 evenly combined.
03 - In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully blended and smooth.
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 to thicken slightly.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush lightly with melted butter to grease the surface.
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 small amount of additional batter over the Nutella to completely cover it.
07 - Cook until bubbles appear across the surface and edges appear set, about 2 minutes. The bottom should be golden brown.
08 - Flip carefully and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and completely cooked through.
09 - Repeat with remaining batter and Nutella disks, adding more butter to the skillet as needed to prevent sticking.
10 - Serve warm. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with additional Nutella before serving.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The molten Nutella center is a surprise that makes ordinary pancakes feel like dessert for breakfast.
  • Freezing the filling ahead means you can assemble these quickly on a busy morning.
  • They look impressive but use pantry staples you probably already have.
  • Kids and adults alike get genuinely excited when they see these on the table.
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  • If the Nutella disks aren't frozen solid, they'll leak out before the batter sets and you'll lose that molten center effect.
  • Don't overmix the batter or your pancakes will turn out dense and chewy instead of light and fluffy.
  • Keep the heat at medium so the outside doesn't burn before the inside cooks through.
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  • Use a small ice cream scoop to portion out the batter so all your pancakes are the same size and cook evenly.
  • If you want an even more dramatic reveal, warm extra Nutella in the microwave for a few seconds and drizzle it over the top just before serving.
  • Keep finished pancakes warm in a low oven while you cook the rest so everyone can eat at the same time.
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