Nutella Stuffed Pancakes (Printable Version)

Fluffy pancakes featuring a warm, gooey Nutella center. An easy, indulgent breakfast or brunch option that takes just 30 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

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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 well blended.
03 - In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully 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 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.
08 - Flip carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
09 - Repeat with remaining batter and Nutella disks, adding more butter as needed.
10 - Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with extra Nutella.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The frozen Nutella disks create pockets of warm, melting goodness that make every bite feel like discovering treasure.
  • The fluffy batter recipe has been engineered to be sturdy enough to hold the filling without becoming dense or heavy.
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  • If your Nutella starts oozing out during cooking, your disks werent frozen enough or your pan temperature is too high.
  • The first pancake is almost always a sacrifice to the pancake gods, so dont be discouraged if it doesnt turn out perfectly.
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  • For picture-perfect pancakes, use an ice cream scoop to portion the batter, ensuring uniform size and cooking time.
  • Let your skillet heat for at least 5 minutes before cooking the first pancake, which allows for even heat distribution and that perfect golden exterior.
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