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:
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1 cup white sugar
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½ cup butter, softened
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6 ripe bananas, mashed
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 ½ cups cake flour
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3 tablespoons cake flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ cup chocolate chips
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®)
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Cooking spray
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray.
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Prepare the Batter:
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Add the mashed bananas and beaten eggs, and mix well.
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Gradually fold in the cake flour, additional flour, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
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Add Flavor:
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Stir in chocolate chips and vanilla extract for extra flavor.
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Add Nutella Swirl:
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Spoon the Nutella onto the batter and swirl gently with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
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Bake:
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, ensuring the Nutella swirl is evenly distributed.
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Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool & Serve:
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Allow the banana bread to cool before serving. Slice and enjoy!
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Notes
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Bananas: The riper your bananas, the sweeter and moister your bread will be.
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Nutella: Be gentle when swirling the Nutella to maintain a marbled effect.
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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