Nutella Banana Split Bread

Rich, fudgy Nutella and sweet, ripe bananas come together in perfect harmony in this decadent banana bread. With a hint of walnut crunch and melted chocolate chips, this treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Perfect for a indulgent breakfast or snack, this loaf is a game-changer.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Nutella
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.

Do not overmix. Stir in Nutella until well combined.

If using, fold in chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice and serve!

Notes

Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor, and don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf.

If you want a stronger Nutella flavor, you can use more than 1/2 cup! If using walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them in gently to avoid crushing.

Keep an eye on the loaf while it’s baking, as oven temperatures can vary.

Let the bread cool completely before slicing to avoid it falling apart.

You can store leftover bread at room temperature for up to 3 days or wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 53g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 30g
• Protein: 5g