Name: Nutella Swirl Banana Bread: Deliciously Moist
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup butter, softened; 6 ripe bananas, mashed; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1.5 cups cake flour; 3 tablespoons cake flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 cup chocolate chips; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract; 0.5 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®)

Indulge in a delightful twist on classic banana bread with this recipe, featuring a luscious swirl of Nutella® that elevates the flavors to new heights. Moist, tender, and utterly irresistible, it's the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave a sweet escape.

Follow The Directions

01

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and lightly flour a standard loaf pan to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

02

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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

03

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Add the mashed bananas and beaten eggs to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined, ensuring no large lumps remain. (3 minutes)

04

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In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/5 cups plus 3 tablespoons of cake flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution and a light texture. (5 minutes)

05

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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough bread. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract. (5 minutes)

06

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Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. (2 minutes)

07

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Dollop the chocolate-hazelnut spread over the batter, then gently spread it into an even layer. (3 minutes)

08

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Pour the remaining banana bread batter over the Nutella® layer. Using a knife or skewer, swirl the Nutella® into the batter for a marbled effect. (3 minutes)

09

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Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top begins to brown too quickly, tent the loaf pan with foil to prevent burning. (60 minutes)

10

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Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents it from sticking and allows it to cool evenly. (5 minutes)