Easy Nutella Cake (Only 3 Ingredients, Rich & Fudgy)

If you love simple baking with big payoff, this Easy Nutella Cake is about to become one of your favorite desserts. Made with just three everyday ingredients, this cake is rich, chocolatey, and surprisingly elegant for how effortless it is.

No butter, no oil, no complicated steps — just Nutella, eggs, and flour. The result is a soft, slightly fudgy cake that feels indulgent but is incredibly easy to make, even if you don’t bake often.

This is the kind of recipe you pull out when you need a last-minute dessert that still feels special.

Why You’ll Love This Nutella Cake?

This recipe works so well because it’s:

• Made with only 3 ingredients
• Beginner-friendly
• No mixer required (but you can use one)
• Rich and chocolate-forward
• Soft with a slightly fudgy crumb
• Perfect for casual baking or entertaining
• Easy to dress up or keep simple
• Naturally impressive with minimal effort

If you enjoy minimalist desserts, this cake is a must.

Flavor & Texture

Despite the short ingredient list, this cake delivers serious flavor. Nutella provides sweetness and richness, the eggs give structure and lightness, and the flour brings everything together.

Texture-wise, expect:

• a soft, tender crumb
• slightly fudgy center
• rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor
• moist without being heavy

It’s not overly sweet, which makes it perfect with a simple Nutella topping or even just a dusting of cocoa powder.

How to Make Easy 3-Ingredient Nutella Cake

1. Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 175°C. Adjust the oven rack to the center position.

Grease an 20 cm (8-inch) round baking dish and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. Mix Nutella and eggs

In a large bowl, add the Nutella and eggs. Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat the mixture for about 3 minutes, until smooth and slightly increased in volume.

This step helps create a lighter texture in the finished cake.

3. Fold in the flour

In a large bowl, add the Nutella and eggs. Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat the mixture for about 3 minutes, until smooth and slightly increased in volume.

This step helps create a lighter texture in the finished cake.

4. Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.

Bake for 25–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

5. Cool

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

Cooling fully is important, especially if you plan to frost the cake.

6. Finish and serve

Once completely cool, frost the cake with a thin layer of Nutella if desired. Slice and serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.

Why This Recipe Works

• Nutella replaces butter, sugar, and cocoa
• Eggs provide structure and lift
• Flour balances moisture and richness
• Beating the eggs and Nutella adds lightness
• Simple ratios make it hard to mess up

It’s a perfect example of how less really can be more.

Serving Ideas

This Nutella cake is delicious on its own, but you can also:

• Dust with powdered sugar
• Add fresh berries on top
• Serve with whipped cream
• Add chopped hazelnuts
• Drizzle with melted chocolate

Make-Ahead & Storage

• Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days
• • Refrigerate for up to 4 days
• • Bring to room temperature before serving
• • Best enjoyed fresh or within a day

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this cake very sweet?

It’s rich but not overly sweet, especially without frosting.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Does it taste like brownies?

It’s closer to a soft chocolate cake with a fudgy center.

This Easy 3-Ingredient Nutella Cake proves that baking doesn’t need to be complicated to be impressive. Rich, simple, and endlessly adaptable, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll keep coming back to whenever you want something sweet without the fuss.