Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes

Excited to share the new, yummy Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes with you all. These cupcakes are easy to make and surprisingly delicious. If you love Ferrero Rocher chocolate candies, then these cupcakes are for you.

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The recipe can be made using either the oven or the air fryer.

These Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes are every chocolate lover’s dream. Rich, fluffy chocolate cupcakes are topped with decadent cocoa buttercream, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and the iconic Ferrero Rocher candy.

Perfect for birthdays, parties, or indulgent treats, they taste just as luxurious as they look—elegant yet incredibly easy to make!

Pro Tips for the Best Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes

• Use high-quality cocoa powder for a rich, intense chocolate flavor in both the cupcakes and frosting.
• Don’t overfill the liners—fill only halfway to two-thirds to prevent overflow while baking.
• Let cupcakes cool fully before frosting to avoid melting the buttercream.
• Chill the melted chocolate slightly before drizzling to prevent it from melting the frosting.

Personalizing the Recipe

• Swap out Ferrero Rocher with your favorite hazelnut chocolate truffle for a fun twist.
• Add a tablespoon of Nutella into the cupcake batter or frosting for a double dose of hazelnut-chocolate flavor.
• Mix in crushed hazelnuts for extra crunch in the frosting or as a garnish.

Ingredients

See recipe card for the measurements.

For the Cupcakes

All purpose flour: Provides the structure and body of the cupcake. Using all-purpose flour gives a soft but stable crumb.

Sugar: Sweetens the cupcake and helps retain moisture for a tender texture.

Cocoa powder: Gives the cupcakes their rich chocolate flavor and contributes to their dark color.

Baking powder: A leavening agent that helps the cupcakes rise and become fluffy.

Baking soda: Works with the acidity in the cocoa and milk to help the batter rise even more and adds a tender texture.

Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the cupcake.

Vanilla extract: Adds depth and warmth to the chocolate flavor.

Eggs: Act as a binder and help the cupcakes hold their structure. They also contribute to richness and moisture.

Milk: Adds moisture and activates the baking powder and soda to give a light, soft texture.

Oil: Keeps the cupcakes ultra-moist and tender. Oil gives a lighter texture than butter in cake-style recipes.

For the Frosting

Unsalted butter, softened: The base of your frosting adds richness, creaminess, and helps the frosting whip up fluffy.

Powdered sugar: Sweetens the frosting and gives it body. The fine texture makes it smooth and spreadable.

Cocoa powder: infused the frosting with rich chocolate flavor and pairs beautifully with the Ferrero Rocher theme.

Vanilla extract: Adds warmth and enhances the flavor complexity.

Toppings

• 24 Ferrero Rocher candies, unwrapped
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted

Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes recipe

Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two standard muffin tins with cupcake liners.

Make the Cupcake Batter
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix to combine.
Add vanilla, eggs, milk, and oil. Mix on low speed until fully incorporated, then increase to medium and mix for 1 minute. Scrape down the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Bake the Cupcakes
Divide the batter evenly into the liners, filling each halfway to two-thirds full. Bake for 14–16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before decorating.

Prepare the Frosting
In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together softened butter, cocoa powder, salt, and half of the powdered sugar. Mix on low until smooth.
Add remaining powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable, scraping down the sides as needed.

Melt the Chocolate
Microwave chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth. Let cool slightly and transfer to a piping bag or drizzle spoon.

Assemble the Cupcakes
Using a star tip, pipe a generous swirl of frosting on each cooled cupcake. Drizzle with melted chocolate and top with one Ferrero Rocher candy.

air fryer roche cupcakes ferrero

Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (163°C)

Air fry at 325°F for 10–12 minutes, checking at the 10-minute mark. Insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean, they’re done!

Different Methods of Serving

• Serve on a tiered cupcake stand for elegant presentation.
• Plate with a scoop of vanilla or hazelnut gelato for a luxurious dessert.
• Dust with edible gold glitter for a party-ready treat!

How to Store Leftovers

Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let them come to room temperature before serving. You can also freeze the unfrosted cupcakes for up to 1 month.

FAQ’s

Can I use boxed cake mix for the base?
Yes! Use a chocolate cake mix and follow box directions, but add hazelnut extract for a Ferrero twist.

Can I substitute Nutella for frosting?
You can use Nutella in place of the cocoa in the frosting or swirl a bit into the buttercream.

Can I make these ahead?
Absolutely. Bake cupcakes and make frosting the day before. Assemble just before serving.

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These Ferrero Rocher Cupcakes are the perfect treat for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want to impress guests with a gourmet-looking dessert. Rich, decadent, and surprisingly easy to make, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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