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Nutella Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread is a simple, crowd-pleasing loaf that turns overripe bananas into a moist banana bread studded with ribbons of chocolate-hazelnut spread. With Nutella swirled through both the bottom and top layers of batter, every slice gets a touch of chocolate-hazelnut goodness. This easy recipe makes a great breakfast, snack, or dessert and stores well for make-ahead meals.

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

Why this recipe works

This recipe is ideal for using ripe bananas that are soft and sweet. The mashed bananas add moisture and natural sweetness, while the Nutella creates pockets of rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor throughout the loaf. Swirling the spread into both halves of the batter ensures the flavor is evenly distributed so each slice has a balance of banana and Nutella.

The method is straightforward and forgiving: combine wet ingredients, stir in dry ingredients until just combined, pour half the batter, add and swirl Nutella, then top with the remaining batter and more swirls. The loaf bakes into a tender, moist bread that slices cleanly once cooled.

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

Recipe ingredients

This version uses common pantry staples plus a chocolate-hazelnut spread such as Nutella. Quantities below yield one 9 x 5-inch loaf.

  • 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 extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (like Nutella)

How to make Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

This recipe comes together in a few simple steps and yields a moist, tender loaf.

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the mashed bananas, oil, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined; do not overmix.
  4. Pour about half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Dollop half of the chocolate-hazelnut spread across the batter in several spots. Use a toothpick or a butter knife to gently swirl the spread into the batter—just a few swirls to create ribbons of Nutella.
  5. Top with the remaining batter, then add dollops of the remaining spread and swirl again.
  6. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs but no raw batter. Baking time varies by oven.
  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
batter in a loaf pan with swirls of nutella throughout.

Tips for success

  • Use ripe bananas for best flavor and texture — brown-speckled bananas mash easily and are sweeter.
  • If your Nutella is firm, warm it briefly in the microwave for a few seconds so it’s easier to dollop and swirl.
  • Swirl lightly: too much mixing will blend the Nutella into the batter and lose the ribbon effect.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick. The Nutella can make the top appear darker, so test the center of the loaf for doneness.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to keep slices neat and prevent crumbling.
  • Storage: refrigerate cooled bread in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze slices for longer storage.
Loaf of Nutella Swirl Banana Bread on a piece of parchment paper on a countertop.

Related loaf ideas

If you enjoy banana bread with a twist, other quick loaves to try include pumpkin bread, zucchini-based breads, or variations with nuts and dried fruit. Experimenting by stirring in chocolate chips, chopped hazelnuts, or a touch of cinnamon can add new layers of flavor to this basic batter.

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread — Recipe at a glance

Prep time: 10 minutes · Cook time: 1 hour · Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes · Servings: 16

Author: Angela Allison

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Whisk mashed bananas, oil, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in another bowl; fold into wet ingredients.
  4. Pour half the batter into the pan, dollop half the Nutella, and swirl. Add remaining batter and repeat.
  5. Bake 55–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Ripe bananas are best — about 2–3 bananas to yield 1 cup mashed.
  • Mix dry and wet ingredients until just combined to keep the bread tender.
  • Warm firm Nutella slightly before using for easier swirling.
  • Store cooled bread airtight in the refrigerator for up to a week; freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 200 kcal · Carbohydrates: 24 g · Protein: 3 g · Fat: 10 g · Saturated fat: 4 g · Cholesterol: 23 mg · Sodium: 129 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 15 g

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