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Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

Published: Dec 18, 2018 · Modified: May 25, 2022 by Angela Allison · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Nutella Swirl Banana Bread is a deliciously easy recipe for banana bread with creamy Nutella swirled in it. Your entire family is going to love this chocolate-hazelnut treat!

Loaf on the counter with a striped towel and container of chocolate hazelnut spread behind it.

Why make plain banana bread when you can add swirls of delicious chocolate Nutella to it! Check out this simple recipe your whole family will love!

And for another fun variation on the classic, be sure to try my Cranberry Walnut Banana Bread or these Nutella Sandwich Cookies. If it’s leftover apples you have, try this Italian Apple Cake recipe. For another breakfast treat, try this Cherry Scone recipe!

Why this recipe works!

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bananas. I always seem to have brown bananas at my house so I love to make different variations of banana bread.

What makes this bread so special are the swirls of Nutella throughout the bread. Here, I add dollops of Nutella in the middle and top layer of the batter. Then I swirl each layer throughout the bread using a toothpick or knife. That way everyone is guaranteed Nutella in their slice of bread.

Plus, Nutella Banana Bread, like most banana breads, is a great make-ahead option. This loaf stays fresh in the refrigerator for about a week. Or, you can freeze it in an airtight container for up to a month.

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread sliced with a jar of Nutella next to them.

Love a good loaf? Be sure to check out my super moist Glazed Pumpkin Bread – great anytime of the year! 

Recipe Ingredients

This recipe uses all of the basic ingredients needed for banana bread including: flour, sugar, bananas, oil, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. The one necessary addition is the Nutella.

  • Ripe Bananas: as with any banana bread recipe, this loaf calls for ripe bananas. This means that the bananas should be brown or starting to brown on the outside. No green banana here! You can use two large bananas or three small/medium bananas to make a cup of mixture.
  • Nutella: can’t skip the Nutella in this recipe! Generic chocolate-hazelnut spreads work in a pinch, but really Nutella is the best if you can find it.
  • Flour: I use all-purpose flour in this recipe, but if you are looking for a gluten-free alternative you can swap in a cup-for-cup brand like King Arthur or Gold Medal.

Read on to see how delicious and easy this recipe is to make!

How to Make Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

This simple recipe comes together fast and makes the moistest bread ever.

To start, mash up the bananas in a large mixing bowl. Then whisk in the oil, eggs, and vanilla until the mixture is just combined.

In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet and stir to combine.

Then, pour about half of the batter into a greased loaf pan. Top with dollops of Nutella then use a toothpick to swirl them in. Pour in the remaining batter and top with more Nutella swirled in.

batter in a loaf pan with swirls of nutella throughout.

Bake the loaf for about 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the bread comes out clean. Let the loaf cool for about 10 minutes before removing from pan to cool on a cooling rack completely.

Loaf of Nutella Swirl Banana Bread on a piece of parchment paper on a countertop.

Tips for Making Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

Read on to see my tips and trick for making the best Nutella Banana Bread!

  • Make sure you’re using ripe bananas. You want to be able to mash them easily so they incorporate well into the batter. 
  • You could make this all in one bowl. The recipe calls for separate bowls for dry and wet ingredients, but you could just do them all together. 
  • If your Nutella is hard, microwave a small amount in a bowl. And swirl more than you think you need to! Get that flavor all throughout the bread. 
  • Toothpick check for doneness of the bread since the top will appear brown from the Nutella. 
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.
Can you use too much banana in banana bread?

Yes! Be sure to not overdo the banana amount in banana bread or you could end up with a mushy wet bread. One cup of mashed banana is needed for a loaf of banana bread, which is about 2-3 ripe bananas.

What to make with Nutella?

Nutella is excellent served on white bread or as a topping for fruit like bananas and strawberries. You can also swirl Nutella into your baked goods or add to a milkshake. Crispy Nutella Truffles are an easy no-bake treat to have on hand.

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread on a wood cutting board with a striped towel under it.

Related Recipes

Here are some more delicious loaf recipes you’ll love!

  • Glazed Zucchini Apple Bread on a wood cutting board.
    Glazed Zucchini Apple Bread
  • Lemon Summer Squash Bread
  • Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread on a counter with bananas and a zucchini in the background
    Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread
  • Pumpkin Walnut Raisin Bread on a cutting board with a cup of coffee.
    Pumpkin Walnut Raisin Bread | Moist & Delicious

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Nutella Banana Bread.

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

Make your banana bread extra special by swirling chocolate-hazelnut Nutella into it! Swirl the Nutella into the bottom and top half of the batter to make sure you get Nutella flavor in every bite.
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Angela Allison
Cost: 7-9

Ingredients

  • 2-3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • ½ cup plain greek yogurt nonfat works
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • ¾ cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread (like Nutella)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray. Set aside. 
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, oil, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet.
  • Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Dollop half of the Nutella onto the batter. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the Nutella into the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and repeat with remaining Nutella.
  • Bake for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then move to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Make sure you’re using ripe bananas. You want to be able to mash them easily so they incorporate well into the batter. 
  • You could make this all in one bowl. The recipe calls for separate bowls for dry and wet ingredients, but you could just do them all together. 
  • If your Nutella is hard, microwave a small amount in a bowl. And swirl in more than you think you need to! Get that flavor all throughout the bread. 
  • Toothpick check for doneness of the bread since the top will appear brown from the Nutella. 
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.
  • Once bread has cooled completely, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to a week. 

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Toni

    September 02, 2021 at 7:03 am

    5 stars
    I seriously love that it is so easy to make cause my kids loved it! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Patricia Strahan

      January 30, 2022 at 8:30 am

      The ingredients say 1/2 Greek yogurt…Is that 1/2 cup??

      Reply
      • Angela Allison

        January 30, 2022 at 8:32 am

        yes! Thanks for noticing that. Just updated the recipe card 🙂

  2. Jess

    September 02, 2021 at 6:56 am

    5 stars
    That added bit of nutella puts this recipe over the top!

    Reply
  3. Dannii

    September 02, 2021 at 6:21 am

    5 stars
    You had me at Nutella. This banana bread looks amazing.

    Reply
  4. Shashi

    September 02, 2021 at 6:04 am

    Oh My Goodness! I could do some serious damage to this loaf – btw – sharing is optional right?! 🙂

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    • angelakallison

      September 02, 2021 at 10:46 am

      haha! It’s so good you may not want to share 🙂

      Reply
  5. Blair

    September 02, 2021 at 5:51 am

    5 stars
    This is so delicious. Loved it!

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