Banana Bread With Nutella
Banana bread with Nutella is a delicious twist on the classic recipe. Ripe bananas add moisture and sweetness, while Nutella swirls throughout, creating a rich, chocolatey flavor. Baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a satisfying snack with a cup of coffee.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- 9×5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas about 3 large bananas
- ½ cup Nutella warmed slightly
Instructions
Preparing the Batter:
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the mashed bananas. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Creating the Nutella Swirl:
- Prepare the Loaf Pan: Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides.
- Pour Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Add Nutella Swirl: Drizzle the warmed Nutella over the batter.
- Top with Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining batter over the Nutella, smoothing the top.
Baking the Bread:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Bake the bread for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.