Nutella Banana Bread
Treat yourself to the most incredible flavor and texture of this Nutella banana bread. One bite and you will be obsessed with the moist, tender crumb and how wonderful this quick bread tastes. It’s a great way to use up ripe bananas and perfect for any occasion!
Banana bread is one of those recipes everyone loves! Add Nutella to it, and it’s even more irresistible! We have plenty more delicious variations of banana bread to try. Bake up some of our other popular banana bread recipes like this award-winning banana bread, this funfetti banana bread, or this blueberry banana bread!
Nutella Banana Bread Recipe
We cannot stop eating this Nutella banana bread! It’s just too good! I think we can all agree, banana bread is one of the best quick breads there is, and adding rich and creamy Nutella really takes it to the next level. This gorgeous loaf is swirled to perfection with chocolate hazelnut spread. Each bite is moist, sweet, and bursting with a blend of banana and hazelnut flavor! It’s the best combination!
As an added plus, this Nutella banana bread looks fancy but it is really easy to make. Which is a very good thing because you’re going to want to enjoy this anytime you have overripe bananas! In fact, this is the perfect excuse to let your bananas over-ripen!
Ingredients Needed
The list of ingredients to make this Nutella banana bread recipe is very simple. You only need 8 ingredients! You’ll want to keep them on hand, so you can bake up this loaf on repeat! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.
Bananas: Three mashed bananas (about 1 cup) makes the bread super moist and flavorful. For extra sweetness, use extra ripe bananas that have some brown spots.
Baking Soda: For the perfect rise while baking.
Vegetable Oil: Adds moisture and ensures a soft, tender texture.
Granulated Sugar: Gives the bread just the right amount of sweetness.
Eggs: Use 2 beaten eggs for a tender texture and structure.
Salt: Just a pinch to enhance the flavor.
Flour: All-purpose flour will ensure a light, fluffy crumb.
Nutella: We’re swirling Nutella all throughout this bread for plenty of that incredible chocolate hazelnut flavor!
How to Make Nutella Banana Bread
This Nutella banana bread recipe is prepped and ready in just 10 minutes! Then, let the oven do the rest of the work. The hardest part about making this is waiting for it to bake and cool! Here’s how to layer the batter and Nutella for the most delicious quick bread:
Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with pan spray and set aside.
Combine Ingredients: Mix the banana, baking soda, oil, sugar, eggs, salt, and flour in a large bowl until combined.
Layer Nutella: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Heat the Nutella in a small bowl for 20-30 seconds, until it is very soft, almost liquid. Drizzle half of the Nutella over the batter in the pan in zigzags and then top it with the remaining batter.
Finish Layering: Drizzle the rest of the Nutella over the top of the batter in lines. Use a knife to swirl the Nutella into the banana batter, going up and down the length of the pan a few times. Be sure the knife goes down to the bottom of the pan so the middle layer of Nutella gets swirled as well!
Bake and Cool: Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Tips and Variations
We cannot get enough of this Nutella banana bread! Here are some substitution options, and also a tip for quickly ripening your bananas. This is such a great way to take your average banana bread up a notch. I can’t wait for you to try it!
Butter: The oil can be substituted for butter! Use the same amount of melted butter in place of the oil. If you choose to use salted butter, omit the pinch of salt included in the recipe.
Sugar: If you love a little more sweetness, substitute white sugar for brown sugar, or for a healthier option try coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener.
Frozen Bananas: Use frozen bananas by thawing them overnight at room temperature. If there is any liquid from the bananas, simply discard that before mashing.
Save your overripe bananas! If you have bananas that are turning black, these are excellent for banana bread. You can peel them and freeze them for later or use them right away in this Nutella banana bread for an extra sweet and concentrated flavor of banana.
To Ripen Bananas Quickly: If you have a couple of days, place the bananas in a brown paper bag and close it. This traps the ethylene from the bananas and helps them ripen faster. In a pinch, you can bake the bananas in a 300 degree Fahrenheit oven for 25-30 minutes. Bake until the peel turns black.
Storing Leftovers
This Nutella banana bread stores really well! It also freezes beautifully! We highly recommend you make an extra loaf to freeze for later. Then, you can have a slice of this deliciousness at a moment’s notice!
At Room Temperature: Place the cooled bread in a ziplock bag or airtight container. Store it in the pantry or counter at room temperature for a few days. Always keep the bread wrapped or stored when not eating. This will lock in the flavor and keep it moist.
In the Freezer: Allow the bread to cool completely. Wrap the entire loaf tightly with 2-3 layers of plastic wrap, followed by a layer of foil. Place the wrapped bread in a large freezer ziplock bag and lay it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy, thaw for a few hours at room temperature, or overnight in the refrigerator.
More Nutella Recipes
Nutella is such an amazing ingredient to use in baking! It’s creamy, delicious and gives desserts a lovely chocolate hazelnut flavor. If you’re a huge Nutella fan too, you’ll love all of my favorite Nutella dessert recipes! They’re all SO good!