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Mocha Banana Bread with Hazelnut Filling

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This mocha banana bread features a decadent hazelnut filling, combining coffee, chocolate, and nutty richness into one unforgettable loaf.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 390 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Mocha Banana Bread:
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup brewed espresso cooled
  • 1 tsp instant coffee for extra boldness
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • For the Hazelnut Filling:
  • ½ cup hazelnut spread Nutella or homemade
  • ¼ cup crushed toasted hazelnuts
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream for that ultra-creamy texture

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan—future you will thank you.
  • Mash bananas in a large bowl until they look like baby food.
  • Whisk in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the banana mixture.
  • Pour in the espresso and instant coffee, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips—or more if you believe in happiness.
  • Mix hazelnut spread, crushed hazelnuts, and heavy cream in a separate bowl.
  • Pour half the batter into the loaf pan.
  • Spread the hazelnut mixture evenly over the batter.
  • Top with the remaining batter and smooth the surface.
  • Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean (ignore melted chocolate).
  • Let cool for 15 minutes, even though you’ll want to eat it immediately.
  • Slice, serve, and prepare for instant obsession.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 390
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 12%
  • Magnesium: 9%
  • Potassium: 10%
  • Calcium: 6%
  • Vitamin E: 8%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor

  • Want more crunch? Add extra toasted hazelnuts on top before baking.
  • Prefer extra gooey filling? Swirl more hazelnut spread on top after baking.
  • For a stronger coffee hit, use two teaspoons of instant coffee.
  • No hazelnut spread? Try almond butter with melted chocolate instead.
This mocha banana bread with hazelnut filling is the perfect balance of indulgence and caffeine-fueled brilliance. Regular banana bread could never.