Description

These Nutella Banana Swirl Muffins combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, creamy flavor of Nutella swirled throughout tender, moist muffins. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these easy-to-make muffins include optional chopped pecans for a delightful crunch and are baked to golden perfection at 350°F.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

4 medium over-ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients

½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 cup Nutella (or homemade Nutella)

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Muffin Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, whisking to blend. Add the egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, and mix well until the batter is smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually whisk the dry flour mixture into the wet banana mixture until there are no lumps. Gently fold in the chopped pecans if using, to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Fill Muffin Pan and Add Nutella Swirl: Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full. Drop about 1 teaspoon of Nutella on top of each muffin, then use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the Nutella through the batter to create a marbled effect.
Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, signaling doneness.
Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for later consumption.

Notes

For best results, use over-ripe bananas as they add more natural sweetness and moisture.
If you prefer a nuttier texture, feel free to toast the pecans lightly before folding them into the batter.
Swirling Nutella gently but thoroughly ensures a beautiful marbled effect without overpowering the banana flavor.
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
To warm frozen muffins, microwave for about 15-20 seconds or bake in a preheated oven at 300°F for 5-7 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Nutella muffins, banana muffins, banana bread muffins, Nutella swirl, easy muffin recipe, breakfast muffins, banana dessert, homemade muffins