Banana Cupcakes with Nutella Filling

I made the most incredible cupcakes on Friday for Russ’ 27th birthday. Because of the boxed cake and pudding mixes, these cupcakes were incredibly easy to make. Don’t let the boxed mixes fool you, they were incredibly tasty and unlike any other cake I have made before.

I found a simple banana cupcakes recipe and decided to fill it with Nutella. The cupcakes turned out great, and the Nutella center was a nice little surprise. The only complaint I have is that the Nutella sunk down a bit because it was heavier than the batter. Next time I make them I will definitely put the Nutella closer to the top, with just a small layer of batter covering.

♥ 1 (18.25 oz.) box yellow cake mix
♥ 1 (3.4 oz.) box instant banana pudding
♥ 4 eggs
♥ 1 cup water
♥ 1/4 cup vegetable oil
♥ 3/4 cup mashed banana
♥ 1 jar Nutella (there will be a little left over)

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin pan with papers.
2. In a large bowl combine cake mix and pudding mix. Stir together and create a well in the center.
3. Add eggs, banana, water and oil to the center. Use a mixer to combine. Scrape sides down, and mix for about four minutes on medium speed.
4. Pour batter into muffin tin, until about half filled. Add about about a teaspoons worth of Nutella, then cover with batter.  Muffin papers should be about 2/3 filled with batter.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until tests done. Since there is Nutella in the center, you may need to stick the toothpick towards the edge to assure that they are finished.

Icing

♥ 4 cups powdered sugar
♥ 1/4 cup milk
♥ 1/2 cup softened butter
♥ 2 teaspoons vanilla

1. Mix all ingredients with a whisk. Put a small spoonful over cupcakes, and allow to drip down sides.

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