This Nutella Banana Bread recipe has a thick, delicious ribbon of everybody's favorite chocolate hazelnut spread swirled through moist, sweet banana bread. It is one of the best things to make when you have spotted bananas going brown on the counter!
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The other night Paul ate three bananas because they were apparently "perfect" and by the next morning they would be past their prime. There is an irrefutable 6 hour window of perfection when it comes to bananas in our household, which is why I make banana bread so often.
Are you in the mood for a delicious and decadent sweet breakfast? If so, then you have to try this Nutella Banana Bread recipe!
It's incredibly easy to make, and it's sure to please everyone who tries it. Plus, there are swirls of Nutella in every bite, which makes it even more irresistible.
Are bananas and Nutella good together?
Yes, bananas and Nutella are a winning combination! The nutty flavor of the Nutella goes perfectly with the sweet, creamy banana flavor. Plus, adding a swirl of Nutella to your banana bread gives it an extra special touch.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- All purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter (melted)
- Mashed bananas (ripe or overripe bananas)
- Packed brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Nutella
HOW TO MAKE DELICOUS BANANA BREAD WITH NUTELLA
- Prepare. Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and line it with a piece of parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Mix wet ingredients. In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the melted butter, bananas, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat at medium speed for 3 minutes.
- Add dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gently stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Warm Nutella. Place the Nutella in a small microwave-safe bowl and warm for 30 seconds until it's thinned.
- Swirl. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon half the Nutella over the batter and swirl them together with a knife. Add the remaining banana batter to the pan, spoon the remaining Nutella over the top, and swirl them together with a knife.
- Bake. Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick is inserted in the center of the loaf and it comes out clean.
- Finish. Allow the bread to cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
Variations
- Stir in ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking for some added crunch.
- Substitute peanut butter, Biscoff cookie butter, or even your favorite fruit preserves for Nutella if desired.
- Add ½ cup of chocolate chips to the banana bread batter for even more of a delicious chocolatey treat!
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon for a hint of spice.
- Top with whipped cream and fresh berries for a delicious dessert.
Can I Freeze This Recipe?
Yes, you can freeze banana bread with Nutella! First, wrap the cooled loaf in parchment paper and aluminum foil or plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe container or bag.
It should stay fresh for up to 3 months. Then, when you're ready to eat it, thaw the loaf overnight in the refrigerator and warm the slices in your oven or toaster oven.
Recipe FAQ's
If you're trying to speed up the ripeness of the bananas, you can bake them in the skins at 300°F for 15 to 20 minutes until the skins are brown and the flesh is softened. Allow them to cool before using them in the recipe completely.
No, it doesn't need to be refrigerated. The best way to store this is covered with foil and left on your counter.
This helps give you more of that Nutella flavor throughout the whole slice.
Yes, this is a great basic banana bread recipe. If you don't like the Nutella, just leave it out.
Yes, just make sure you are still warming the nut butter in the microwave so I can spread it evenly.
The pan spray will cover the whole pan to prevent the bread from sticking, and it helps the parchment paper attach to the pan. The parchment paper is great to help you remove the bread from the pan. If you don't have parchment paper, you can just use the pan spray.
You want to make sure you're spreading the Nutella out and not just pouring it all into the middle of the bread. The more you play with swirling the batter, the more likely they will just combine. I find it easier to move the banana bread batter into the Nutella dollops to create an even swirl.
It's important to make sure there is enough moisture in your banana bread. The amount of flour you use compared to the bananas can affect the bread's texture. If you use too much flour, the bread will be dry. The bread will be too wet if you don't use enough flour.
If you mix the batter for your banana bread too much, it will turn out dense and rubbery. It's best only to mix the batter until the ingredients are just moistened and to stop mixing after no more than 10 seconds. This will help you get the best texture for your bread.
Eggs are really important when you're baking. They help give cakes and quick bread like banana bread their shape and texture. But if you add too many eggs, it can mess up the recipe and make the bread dense, spongy, and rubbery. So, be careful not to overdo it with the eggs!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Use ripe bananas that are speckled with brown spots. The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Make sure to mix all of your ingredients together until just combined. Overmixing can make the bread dense and tough.
- Let the banana bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into it, or else it will fall apart.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover slices of this Nutella banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
To reheat, place slices of banana bread in a toaster oven or on a baking sheet and warm at 350°F for about 5 minutes. Or you can microwave a slice for 10-15 seconds.
This Nutella banana bread freezes well for up to 3 months. You can freeze the whole loaf or individual slices for easy reheating. If freezing the loaf, let thaw overnight on the counter at room temperature. Individual slices can be reheated in the microwave for 30-40 seconds without thawing first.
More Quick Bread Recipes
- Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread
- Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
- Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread
- Passion Fruit Lemon Loaf Cake
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Nutella Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup salted butter, melted
- 3-4 ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup Nutella
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and line it with a piece of parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of your mixer, combine the butter, bananas, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat in medium speed for 3 minutes. Gently stir the flour mixture in until just combined.
- Place the Nutella in a small microwave-safe bowl and warm for 30 seconds until thinned.
- Pour half the batter into the pan. Spoon half the Nutella over the batter and swirl them together with a knife. Add the remaining batter to the pan, spoon the remaining Nutella over the top, and swirl them together with a knife.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick is inserted in the center of the loaf and it comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftover slices of this Nutella banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To reheat, place slices of banana bread in a toaster oven or on a baking sheet and warm at 350°F for about 5 minutes. Or you can microwave a slice for 10-15 seconds.
- Freezing: This Nutella banana bread freezes well for up to 3 months. You can freeze the whole loaf or individual slices for easy reheating. If freezing the loaf, let thaw overnight on the counter at room temperature. Individual slices can be reheated in the microwave for 30-40 seconds without thawing first.
How many eggs should be in this? They are listed in the instructions for making but not the ingredient list
Hi! In the recipe card at the end of the post, I have the measurements for the ingredients and instructions. You need two eggs for this recipe. Also, at the top of the page there is a "jump to recipe" button that will take you straight to the recipe card. Hope that helps!