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Nutella Banana Muffins

Indulgent Nutella Banana Muffins That Evoke Sweet Memories

These Nutella Banana Muffins are a delightful twist on a classic, perfect for using overripe bananas. A quick and easy recipe that brings warmth to any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: breakfast ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2-3 bananas
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
  • ½ cup Nutella plus extra for swirling
Optional Add-Ins
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nutella Banana Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with liners or grease it.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar for 3-5 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then add the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients while alternating with mashed bananas and sour cream.
  6. Fold in the Nutella until evenly distributed, creating swirls.
  7. If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
  8. Fill each muffin cup about ⅔ full with the batter.
  9. Add small blobs of Nutella on top of each muffin and swirl them.
  10. Bake for 18-22 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness. Let muffins cool completely to avoid sogginess.

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