These Nutella Pancakes with Mascarpone Cream are totally decadent! Whip up a batch for a special brunch or Valentines Day treat.
This post is sponsored by Nutella.
At my house, pancakes are a special breakfast reserved for weekend brunch. This is largely because weekends are the only mornings when anyone has time to actually cook! Breakfast is such a miserable experience during the week, that we all look forward to having a nice warm breakfast on the weekends.
Recently though, my mom started making enough pancakes for more than one meal. We just stick the leftovers in the fridge, and nuke them in the microwave during the week. It’s so nice to add a little joy to your mornings with a special breakfast!
In honour of mid-week pancakes, and the fact that Pancake Day is coming up, I wanted to create a special pancake recipe for my blog. So today I’m sharing with you my recipe for Nutella Pancakes with Mascarpone Cream.
I love pancakes in general, but these Nutella pancakes are outstanding! You can really taste the hazelnuts and cocoa from the Nutella in the batter. I think everyone at my house was praying for me to finish taking my photos quickly so they could eat them…
I opted to top these pancakes with a mascarpone cheese based cream instead of whipped cream, because it keeps these pancakes firmly in the breakfast category. If I wanted pancakes for dessert, I’d eat crepes!
Oh, and the ground hazelnuts aren’t totally necessary, but I like the texture that they give to this dish. If you’re going to have a special breakfast, you might as well make it look nice too right?
I had so much fun working on this Nutella pancake recipe, because it gave me a reason to get excited about Pancake Day. I didn’t do anything for Pancake Day last year, and I missed it.
The last time I did anything was two years ago, when I was working at the daycare, and we were still allowed to cook. The kids were so excited to have pancakes as their after-school snack, even though they were made from an instant pancake mix. They didn’t care that the pancakes tasted like the box that they came from, they just were happy to have something special to eat.
And that’s what pancakes are, aren’t they? Special. They require a time, love and patience and are one of the best morning comfort foods anyone could ask for.
Nutella Pancakes with Mascarpone Cream
Ingredients
For the Mascarpone Cream:
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup Nutella
- 2 tbsp 2% milk
For the Ground Hazelnuts:
- ½ cup hazelnuts , toasted
For the Pancakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups 2% milk , cold
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup salted butter , melted
- ½ cup Nutella
For Serving:
- 2 bananas , sliced into rounds
Instructions
To Make the Mascarpone Cream:
- Add all of the ingredients into a large bowl and blend with a hand mixer until everything is well combined, and the mixture forms soft peaks.
- Set in the fridge until ready to serve.
To Grind the Hazelnuts:
- Add the toasted nuts to a zip-top bag, and smash (carefully!) with a rolling pin, OR add to a nut/spice grinder and blitz until finely ground.
To Make the Pancakes:
- Place flour in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk in the baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
- Add the milk, eggs, and butter, and whisk until blended.
- Add the Nutella and whisk until well incorporated. The batter should be uniformly brown now.
- Melt a little bit of butter in a non-stick skillet or griddle, over medium heat.
- Use a ladle to pour a scoop of batter into the pan. These pancakes are large, so I recommend making one at a time.
- Cook the batter for 1.5 - 2 minutes. You should see bubbles breaking on the surface of the pancake.
- Use a spatula to flip the pancake over, and cook for another 30 second or so on this side.
- Place the cooked pancake on a plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter. If your skillet starts to look dry, you can add more butter as needed.
To Serve:
- Top the pancakes with a few spoonfuls of the mascarpone cream. Then top with the sliced bananas (or other fruit of your choice) and sprinkle with the ground hazelnuts.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information for this recipe is only an estimate, and has been calculated using a plugin.
Nutrition
Disclosure:
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Tara Maini says
February 12, 2015 at 8:19 PMI LOVE pancakes and I LOVE Nutella. Shareba, you are a genius!! Definitely making these very soon for my familia! Nutella makes the the my day that much better, that much sweeter and that much nuttier. A great way to start the day with something so delectable!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:34 PMThanks Tara! I hope you enjoy making and eating these pancakes!! Do you have a favourite way to enjoy Nutella?
Tara Maini says
February 19, 2015 at 1:02 PMBy the spoonful!!! When I’m feeling a little naughty when I’m trying to be good I also put it in my overnight oats! Yum.
Teresa says
February 12, 2015 at 8:20 PMThere is a Nutella tartine that includes orange marmalade and brioche that I just love.
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:30 PMThat sounds really tasty Teresa! Do you have a recipe?
June Burns says
February 12, 2015 at 8:24 PMNutella is always great on pancakes! Or in oatmeal! Or on toast! Or anything ,really 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:30 PMI haven’t tried Nutella in oatmeal yet! Thanks for the idea 🙂
Julie Dyer says
February 12, 2015 at 9:41 PMI can’t tell you how much joy it brings to eat it straight out of the jar! Or on toast. 🙂 Or waffles. 🙂 Or pancakes. 🙂 And definitely with my kids!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:29 PMI like to bake Nutella into pre-made croissant dough, have you tried that yet? It’s good!
Jonnie says
February 12, 2015 at 9:45 PMI would spread some Nutella over a toasted english muffin
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:28 PMDo you like plain ones or whole wheat?
Jolie says
February 12, 2015 at 10:04 PMLove Nutella with everything but especially on a warm baguette.
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:08 PMOh my gosh, why haven’t I tried that yet?? YUM!
ivy pluchinsky says
February 12, 2015 at 10:05 PMgreat on toast
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:06 PMI agree!
Anna (Hidden Ponies) says
February 12, 2015 at 10:59 PMNutella on zucchini muffins makes my day…and my little guy loves it on his toast 🙂 Love this post – pancakes are totally special breakfast for me too, and I love having them on hand in the freezer to make any random weekday feel more special!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:06 PMI haven’t tried it on zucchini muffins before! That sounds good, do you have a recipe for them?
Anna (Hidden Ponies) says
February 14, 2015 at 12:15 AMI make some with nutella swirled right in… http://2012/03/zucchini-muffins-with-nutella-swirl/ or it’s good on regular zucchini muffins too 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 14, 2015 at 12:24 AMThanks for the link! You should share this on my Facebook page for an extra entry! Just follow the prompts in the Rafflecopter form!
Angie says
February 12, 2015 at 11:01 PMI would use Nutella in a latte. That would definitely make my day!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:04 PMAngie, your Nutella latte looks AWESOME! I need to try it soon!
If anyone else is interested, here’s the link to Angie’s Nutella Latte: http://www.fridaycakenight.com/2015/01/nutella-latte/#NutellaCanada
Tina L. says
February 12, 2015 at 11:10 PMI will be using it on toast or waffles.
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:02 PMSounds good!
Simply called food says
February 13, 2015 at 8:33 AMIt really looks like a delicious breakfast! I love the combination of mascarpone and chocolate! I’m a cheese lover! 🙂 Beautiful pictures too!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:02 PMThanks so much! I really liked the mascarpone with the Nutella. The hazelnut and cocoa flavours really come through, but you still taste the rich creamy cheese. Yum!
suki says
February 13, 2015 at 10:26 AM🙂 Oh shareba! Anything with Nutella 🙂 is heaven!!!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:01 PMIt really does pair well with a lot of food items, doesn’t it? 😀
Florence c says
February 13, 2015 at 10:38 AMI love it on English Muffins for breakfast
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:00 PMI haven’t tried Nutella on an English Muffin yet. That’s going on my to-try list!
Ayngelina says
February 13, 2015 at 11:05 AMI love hazelnut cream, it makes everything taste so delicious. Great recipe.
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:58 PMThanks!
ceecee says
February 13, 2015 at 11:34 AMWe put them in crepes – so good!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:57 PMI love Nutella in crepes too!
Julia @ Swirls and Spice says
February 13, 2015 at 1:26 PMWould you believe I have never tried Nutella? I’d like to change that with these pancakes though!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:57 PMI’d love for you to try making these pancakes Julia! If you’re interested, you could try playing the Spoon it or Spread it game on the Add a Little Joy site. The last time they did an instant prize game like that, some people won samples of Nutella!
Julia says
February 13, 2015 at 11:34 PMHow fun! Thanks, Shareba!
Raj @ www.ThePrimalDesire.com says
February 13, 2015 at 3:46 PMLong ago I kicked the Nutella addiction. And then you bring us this….
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:56 PMSorry!! 😀
Ziandra Abdul-Martin says
February 13, 2015 at 7:47 PMOur kids love Nutella on anything but especially spread on a wrap and rolled with a banana!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:56 PMMmm, that sounds good!
Kristen says
February 13, 2015 at 9:13 PMI may be the last person on earth who has not tried Nutella!
I’d try it either on toast, on a banana or on a green apple.
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:55 PMI definitely recommend toast or bananas. Or toast WITH bananas!
Joyce says
February 13, 2015 at 9:14 PMLove spreading Nutella on a piece of warm toast for breakfast! My guilty pleasure in the morning!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:53 PMMmm, I enjoy that too! No need to feel guilty about it though!
Sarah | (Cooking for) Kiwi & Bean says
February 13, 2015 at 9:23 PMOh man do these ever look GOOD. Your photos are simply beautiful! Love the hand sprinkling one :-).
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:52 PMThanks for your support Sarah!
krystyl olson says
February 13, 2015 at 10:39 PMon toast, bagels, pancakes…. I AM SURE I CAN FIND A WAY TO ENJOY IT ON/IN CEREAL!
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 10:52 PMLOL! Maybe if you warm it up and drizzle it on?
LauraD says
February 13, 2015 at 10:40 PMNutella toast and latte. Yum
Shareba Abdul says
February 13, 2015 at 11:15 PMThat’s a yummy breakfast!
lynn clayton says
February 14, 2015 at 12:34 AMI MAKE NUTELLA CHOCOLATE MUFFINS THERE GOOD.
Shareba Abdul says
February 15, 2015 at 4:11 PMNice!
Carey Hurst says
February 14, 2015 at 12:46 AMThis would be awesome for topping for our crepes also my toddler loves grilled nutella sandwichs, we hhaven’t had any in awhile he would be so happy.
Shareba Abdul says
February 15, 2015 at 4:18 PMOoh grilled Nutella sandwiches sound yummy!
michelle tremblett says
February 14, 2015 at 7:17 AMmmm we mix a spoonful of nutella into our waffle mix, so delicious 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 15, 2015 at 4:19 PMWhat a good idea!
Courtney says
February 14, 2015 at 9:04 AMAside from simply a spoonful of nutella, we love to spread some on a tortilla, add a banana and roll it up. Super easy and so delicious!
Shareba Abdul says
February 15, 2015 at 4:20 PMThat’s a great classic snack 🙂
Ian says
February 14, 2015 at 10:05 AMYummy Pancakes! 2 helpings please, they look so good!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:08 PMThey are really tasty!
Stephanie says
February 14, 2015 at 10:14 AMI would use the nutella on toast, classic.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:06 PMAn excellent choice 😉
Suzie M says
February 14, 2015 at 10:15 AMI love Nutella on toast, topped with bananas & then walnuts
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 1:20 PMWalnuts sound like a tasty addition! I’ll have to try that 🙂
angela m says
February 14, 2015 at 10:25 AMMy kids love Nutella and it would add joy to their morning breakfast.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:05 PMI’m glad to hear it, thanks for entering 🙂
Cindy @ Hun... What's for Dinner? says
February 14, 2015 at 11:50 AMI like to make toast with Nutella and berries as a treat for my kids in the morning.
Shareba Abdul says
February 14, 2015 at 2:57 PMThat sounds delicious, your kids must love that!
LILLIAN BROWN says
February 14, 2015 at 12:04 PMI put it on my toast-so simple but tasty and quick
Shareba Abdul says
February 14, 2015 at 2:57 PMI love it on toast too. Sometimes I add peanut butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and it’s really good!
Wayne Lecoy says
February 14, 2015 at 4:21 PMI am entering your giveaway.
It would be great to win a Nutella Prize Pack.
Nutella would add some joy to my breakfast because
i could use it on my toast,waffles or pancakes.
Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:04 PMThank YOU for entering!
Karine says
February 14, 2015 at 4:29 PMI love Nutella on my toasts, with some yummy banana on top! Also.. It’s good on bacon too!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:00 PMI’ve heard that it pairs well with bacon, but I’ve never tried that. It’s weird how bacon seems to work so well with sweet things…
Glogirl says
February 14, 2015 at 4:37 PMI would use Nutella on a cinnamon raisin bagel.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:59 PMI enjoy that too!
Wendy hutton says
February 14, 2015 at 4:53 PMI use it on toast or a bagel
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:58 PMI love it on cinnamon raisin bagels 😛
Pat B says
February 14, 2015 at 6:08 PMI’d put some Nutella in a smoothie (and maybe even have a spoonful right out of the jar!)
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:57 PMI haven’t tried making smoothies with Nutella yet. That’s going on my to-do list!
Amy C says
February 14, 2015 at 6:30 PMI would make happy faces on the waffles with the Nutella to add a little joy to the morning.
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 7:28 PMThat’s a cute idea!
Judy Cowan says
February 14, 2015 at 7:44 PMI love mixing a spoonful with some hot milk to start my day!
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 1:21 PMI definitely need to try this! Does it taste like hazelnut hot cocoa?
Judy Cowan says
February 16, 2015 at 1:54 PMYes it does! It is amazing, my favourite way to make Hot Chocolate!
Emily Smith says
February 14, 2015 at 8:11 PMA Nutella and banana smoothie. Maybe even add some peanut butter.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:56 PMThat’s an excellent idea!
heidi c. says
February 14, 2015 at 10:26 PMI love Nutella on toast or as a dip for apple slices.
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 7:27 PMI like the idea of using it as a dip! That’s a great alternative to caramel sauce 🙂
Jenny says
February 14, 2015 at 10:45 PMi add to my toast
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:55 PMI wonder if it would taste good in a warm croissant… what do you think?
Jennie Ouellette says
February 15, 2015 at 10:35 AMI love Nutella, especially right on a spoon 😉 Pancake day will be so much yummier this year thanks to your recipe <3
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:55 PMThanks Jennie 🙂
Jenn says
February 15, 2015 at 4:50 PMI love Nutella on toast, and even in hot chocolate!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:54 PMI don’t know why I never thought to stir it into hot chocolate… yum 🙂
Brenda Haines says
February 15, 2015 at 5:48 PMMy son absolutely loves Nutella on his pancakes!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:54 PMHe obviously has great taste!
Andrew P says
February 15, 2015 at 8:28 PMBy adding it on toast 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:53 PMDo you prefer whole wheat, or white bread? I think it’s best on white bread, personally.
maria says
February 15, 2015 at 11:12 PMNutella would be good on some pancakes or crepes!
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 7:24 PMTry the Nutella mascarpone cream in this recipe, it’s delicious!
sarah sar says
February 16, 2015 at 7:58 AMMy kids and I love nutella on toast with banana slices and honey drizzled on top. Soooooo good!
Shareba Abdul says
February 16, 2015 at 1:20 PMI haven’t tried adding honey, that’s a good idea!
Rhonda W G. says
February 16, 2015 at 9:27 PMFruit dipped in Nutella would be great…
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:52 PMI agree! Bananas and strawberries would be really good.
Nuran says
February 17, 2015 at 12:45 PMHi Shareba,
It looks wonderful and so delicious ! 🙂
Thanks!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:52 PMThanks Nuran!
Lauren says
February 17, 2015 at 12:57 PMI would stir Nutella in my coffee.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:51 PMI really need to try this, it seems to be a popular idea!
lori b says
February 17, 2015 at 5:00 PMI like it by the spoonful 🙂 lol
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:50 PMYou’re in good company, quite a few people here seem to enjoy that too!
Nicole Jubleew says
February 17, 2015 at 7:11 PMI would add it to the filling of my home made cinnamon rolls.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:49 PMWhat a great idea! Hmm.. now I’m craving cinnamon rolls 😀
Yuen C says
February 17, 2015 at 11:30 PMI sometimes make a nutella milkshake instead of drinking plain milk
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:48 PMYUM! I’d love that!
Angie In My 30s (@My30sAndItsTime) says
February 18, 2015 at 10:18 AMi love nutella in brownies it’s so rich and creamy!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:48 PMThat sounds fabulous, I’ll have to try that 🙂
Eldon L says
February 18, 2015 at 2:34 PMI would spread it onto my bread.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:47 PMA classic choice!
TJ Turnbull says
February 18, 2015 at 4:40 PMstrawberries & Nutella
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:46 PMSounds good!
Gene D says
February 18, 2015 at 6:15 PMi’ll admit I am new to Nutella – but after all these great suggestions…I think I’ll pick some up!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:44 PMIf you’re interested, you could visit the Nutella Add A Little Joy website. They have an instant prize giveaway happening over there, and you could win samples of Nutella: http://bit.ly/18UThjG
Chris B says
February 18, 2015 at 6:21 PMI enjoy Nutella on toasted raisin bread! It’s delish
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:42 PMI enjoy that too!
Twila O. says
February 18, 2015 at 6:22 PMWe like to add nutella to oatmeal in the mornings.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:42 PMI’ve been meaning to try this. I don’t love oatmeal, but I know it’s good for me. Maybe adding Nutella will make it more interesting 🙂
joy says
February 18, 2015 at 7:13 PMNutella on toast suits me just fine! Adds a little zip to my step!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:41 PMLOL!
Brenda Penton says
February 18, 2015 at 7:37 PMI make Kraft’s Overnight French toast recipe. I bet this would be great added in with the cream cheese in that recipe or spread on top
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:39 PMThat sounds interesting, could you share the link to that recipe?
Brenda Penton says
February 18, 2015 at 9:55 PMSure! I tried earlier but your page doesn’t allow pasting. The recipe is at http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/overnight-stuffed-french-toast-120728.aspx
I had to manually enter it. I hope it worked 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:02 PMOh shoot! I didn’t realize that. I’ve got a pretty aggressive anti-theft plugin on my website right now, because I’ve been having some issues with people taking my work, but I didn’t realize it was causing that problem. I’ll look into it, thanks for letting me know! And yup, the link works, thanks!
Theresa Black says
February 18, 2015 at 7:42 PMI love it inside a crepe with Bananas:) Yum!!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:38 PMThat’s always a good choice 🙂
Brenda Lacourciere says
February 18, 2015 at 8:07 PMFor the kids ill put it on French toast, for me, Im going to try a swirl on my coffee.
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:37 PMThose are both great ideas!
Nate Fuller says
February 18, 2015 at 8:10 PMMy kids love it ke nutella and when they are eating something they like they are quiet, which would make my mornings more peaceful!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 9:36 PMI’ve noticed that too. When kids really like something, they focus on the food!
Karla Sceviour says
February 18, 2015 at 10:00 PMMy teen son is a Nutella addict,lol..,so he would enjoy it on his toast,as he always has it!…I love eating it off a spoon! I have never tried it on waffles pr pancakes,,but bet that would be delicious!!
Shareba Abdul says
February 18, 2015 at 10:23 PMI definitely recommend trying it on waffles or pancakes, it’s so so good!
Belinda McNabb says
February 18, 2015 at 11:03 PMI usually use it on toast but I would love to try it on waffles now
Shareba Abdul says
February 19, 2015 at 1:32 PMI think you’ll like it 🙂
Valerie Mallette says
February 18, 2015 at 11:52 PMI could use Nutella to add a little joy to my mornings by trying it in or on pancakes and waffles 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 19, 2015 at 1:28 PMYou won’t be disappointed 🙂
Rebby says
February 19, 2015 at 12:41 AMI Looove Nutella in Crepes with strawberries!
Shareba Abdul says
February 19, 2015 at 1:26 PMI do to, especially with whipped cream on top 🙂
Josh S says
February 19, 2015 at 1:08 AMNutella and bananas, can’t get much more joyful than that!
Shareba Abdul says
February 19, 2015 at 1:25 PMI agree with you 🙂
Lori Bazan says
February 19, 2015 at 6:14 AMNutella on a toasted English muffin topped with bacon is pure bliss
Shareba Abdul says
February 19, 2015 at 1:25 PMThat’s an interesting combination!
andrea amy says
February 19, 2015 at 4:27 PMI’m pretty basic. We like nutella on toast 🙂 If I’m feeling fancy I add sliced bananas and strawberries 🙂
Shareba Abdul says
February 20, 2015 at 1:27 PMNothing wrong with being basic 😀
Judy Nguyen says
February 19, 2015 at 8:10 PMClassic Nutella, Walnuts, and banana crepe
Shareba Abdul says
February 20, 2015 at 1:26 PMI have to try walnuts in my crepes, I usually go with hazelnuts or almonds!
Bonnie says
February 26, 2015 at 7:39 AMI just made this for two out of three kids. The one doesn’t like nutella. I couldn’t eat it due to losing weight but I did take a taste. My two kids LOVED it and I thought it was really good. Don’t skimp on the marscapone topping. That was heaven. Will have to make for the hubby on a weekend. Thank you for the recipe. Bonnie
Shareba Abdul says
February 26, 2015 at 11:17 AMI’m so glad that they enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know, you made my day 🙂