Description
This Banana Bread with Nutella Swirl elevates a classic favorite to new heights with the addition of luscious chocolate hazelnut spread. Each bite is a perfect balance of moist, soft banana bread and a rich, creamy Nutella ribbon, making it an irresistible treat for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you need a sweet indulgence. The Nutella swirl adds a delightful visual and flavor twist that makes this banana bread even more special.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
6 ripe bananas, mashed
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups cake flour
3 tablespoons cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chocolate chips
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®)
Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray.
Prepare the Batter:
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
Add the mashed bananas and beaten eggs, and mix well.
Gradually fold in the cake flour, additional flour, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
Add Flavor:
Stir in chocolate chips and vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Add Nutella Swirl:
Spoon the Nutella onto the batter and swirl gently with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, ensuring the Nutella swirl is evenly distributed.
Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool & Serve:
Allow the banana bread to cool before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Bananas: The riper your bananas, the sweeter and moister your bread will be.
Nutella: Be gentle when swirling the Nutella to maintain a marbled effect.
Optional Add-ins: Consider adding walnuts for a crunchy texture or extra chocolate chips for an even richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal (per slice)
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Banana bread, Nutella, Swirl, Chocolate hazelnut, Dessert, Baking