Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread

Health score
1%
Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread
62 min.
16
192kcal

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Indulge your senses with a slice of Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of flavors that brings comfort to any morning or afternoon break. This moist and tender bread bursts with the rich essence of ripe bananas and the decadent charm of chocolate-hazelnut spread, making it an irresistible treat for anyone who loves sweet baked goods. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

The magic happens when the sweet bananas meet the nutty crunch of coarsely chopped hazelnuts, while luscious bits of bittersweet chocolate create pockets of flavor throughout each slice. What sets this banana bread apart is its harmonious texture—crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. Plus, with a hint of buttermilk for extra moisture and tenderness, this loaf is bound to make your kitchen smell heavenly as it bakes.

In just over an hour, you can create a treat that is not only delightful but also packed with satisfying ingredients. There’s nothing quite like the joy of slicing into a warm loaf of Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread, still slightly gooey from the melted chocolate drizzle on top. Perfectly portioned for 16 servings, it’s an excellent choice for gatherings or simply for savoring the quiet moments in your day. So, gather your ingredients and embrace the aromatic adventure that awaits!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.8 teaspoon baking soda 
  • medium bananas ripe sliced
  • ounce bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter softened
  • 0.7 cup buttermilk whole
  • tablespoons canola oil divided
  • tablespoons chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup hazelnuts coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • loaf pan
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine chocolate-hazelnut spread and 1 teaspoon oil in a microwave-safe dish; microwave at HIGH for 30 seconds or until melted. Stir.
  3. Combine 3 tablespoons oil, butter, brown sugar, and banana in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium-high speed until well blended.
  4. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  6. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Beating at low speed, add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately to banana mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture; beat just until combined. Scrape half of batter into a 9 x 5-inch metal loaf pan coated with baking spray, and top with chocolate-hazelnut spread mixture.
  7. Spread remaining batter over chocolate mixture. Using a wooden pick, swirl batter.
  8. Sprinkle batter with hazelnuts.
  9. Bake at 350 for 55 minutes or until a wooden pick comes out with moist crumbs clinging. Cool 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack.
  10. Remove bread; cool on wire rack.
  11. Place bittersweet chocolate in a microwave-safe dish; microwave at high for 30 seconds.
  12. Drizzle bread with chocolate; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories192kcal
Protein6.59%
Fat43.26%
Carbs50.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.69
Glycemic Load
9.27
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.1739130642103%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.92mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.33kcal
9.62%
Fat:9.38g
14.43%
Saturated Fat:4.08g
25.49%
Carbohydrates:24.47g
8.16%
Net Carbohydrates:23.13g
8.41%
Sugar:12.87g
14.3%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:178.33mg
7.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.21g
6.43%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.8%
Selenium:6.92µg
9.89%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.1%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.95%
Folate:30.91µg
7.73%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.54%
Iron:1.21mg
6.73%
Copper:0.12mg
6.01%
Phosphorus:59.25mg
5.93%
Fiber:1.34g
5.34%
Magnesium:18.89mg
4.72%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.62%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.43%
Potassium:143.61mg
4.1%
Calcium:40.7mg
4.07%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.9%
Vitamin K:2.72µg
2.59%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.54%
Vitamin A:126.72IU
2.53%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.08%
Vitamin C:1.4mg
1.7%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.7%
Source:My Recipes