Banana Nutella Crepes (Easy Recipe)

Quick Summary: To make banana Nutella crepes, blend ripe bananas into a thin crepe batter, cook paper-thin crepes in a hot pan, then spread each with warm Nutella, add fresh banana slices, and fold. The mashed banana in the batter gives a soft texture and double banana flavor.

What are banana Nutella crepes?

Banana Nutella crepes are thin French-style crepes filled with Nutella, a chocolate-hazelnut spread, and fresh banana slices. In this version, mashed banana also goes into the batter, so the crepes taste of banana through and through.

They work for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and are usually folded into triangles or rolled up and dusted with powdered sugar.

Banana Nutella crepes recipe

Once you have mastered basic crepes, banana crepes are the natural next step. Add Nutella to the mix, and you get a dessert that is pure comfort.

Think paper-thin crepes with crisp edges, layered with creamy chocolate-hazelnut spread and fresh banana slices. This is a classic you will spot at Parisian crepe stands. Like Proust's madeleines, one bite can bring back warm childhood memories.

Easy to make at home, they are perfect for breakfast, a sweet lunch, or a simple dessert. This timeless pairing of banana and Nutella turns an ordinary crepe into something special.

Why you'll love this recipe

• Double banana flavor: mashed banana in the batter plus fresh slices in the filling.
• Thin and soft: the batter cooks into paper-thin crepes with lightly crisp edges.
• Simple filling: warm Nutella and sliced banana, then fold into a triangle.
• Any time of day: serve them for breakfast, brunch, or an easy dessert.

Ingredients

For ingredients and detailed instructions, refer to the recipe card below.

Make sure all the crepe ingredients are at room temperature.

• Bananas: Choose ripe yellow bananas with a few brown specks for sweetness, but avoid overripe brown bananas meant for banana bread. For garnish, choose fresh, firm ripe bananas.
• Flour: Use all-purpose flour.
• Milk: Use whole milk, or swap for low-fat. For thinner crepes, replace 3½ tablespoons (50 ml) of milk with water.
• Eggs: Large eggs help bind the crepe batter.
• Salt: Enhances and balances the flavors.
• Butter: Adds rich flavor and prevents sticking. You won't need to grease the skillet between crepes.
• Nutella: The classic chocolate-hazelnut spread for this recipe. You can try other chocolate spreads, but skip chocolate sauce as a filling (though it is perfect for drizzling).

Equipment

You need just a few basic tools to make banana Nutella crepes:

• Blender
• Mixing bowl
• Hand whisk
• Fine-mesh sieve
• Crepe pan or non-stick pan
• Ladle
• Flexible turner

How to make banana Nutella crepes

Step 1. Blend peeled bananas, eggs, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add half the milk, blend briefly, then transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2. Whisk the sifted flour, then add the remaining milk and water. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if needed, then stir in melted, cooled butter. Rest the batter for 15-30 minutes.

Step 3. Heat a crepe pan over medium to medium-low heat. Pour in a small ladle of batter, swirl to coat the pan thinly, and cook 1-2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.

Step 4. For the filling, warm Nutella in the microwave until spreadable. Slice bananas thinly and sprinkle with lemon juice. Spread 1-2 tablespoons Nutella over half a crepe, arrange banana slices on top, fold into a half-moon, then fold again into a triangle.

Step 5. Serve 1-2 crepes per plate, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with chopped hazelnuts. Add a Nutella drizzle if you desire.

Expert tips

1. Read all the tips and tricks in the post devoted to basic crepes.
2. Warm up Nutella in a water bath instead of using the microwave.
3. Rest the batter for 15 to 30 minutes so the bubbles settle and the gluten relaxes, which gives you more tender crepes.
4. Do not flip too early: wait until the surface is no longer shiny and the edges start to brown, or the crepe will tear.
5. Keep the pan at medium to medium-low heat so the crepes stay soft and pliable, not crispy.
6. Wipe the pan with a paper towel between crepes so the butter does not burn.

Recipe variations

• Add fresh red berries with bananas for extra color and flavor.
• Try strawberry-banana Nutella crepes or experiment with other fruits.
• Fill crepes with Nutella and bananas, then fold into a crepe purse and sprinkle with cinnamon.
• Swap fresh bananas for caramelized ones (butter + brown sugar, fried for a few minutes).
• Replace Nutella with peanut butter for a less sweet option.
• Fill crepes with sugar-free preserves or homemade apple juice reduction.
• Add crunch by topping with granola or crushed cookies for extra texture.
• Roll instead of fold: spread Nutella and banana down the center, roll up, and place seam-side down.
• Finish with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Storing & freezing

Garnish as many crepes as needed to finish during the day. Then store leftover crepes, covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for two days or in the freezer for two months.

Recipe FAQ

How do you make banana Nutella crepes?
Blend ripe bananas into a thin crepe batter, cook paper-thin crepes in a hot pan for 1 to 2 minutes per side, then spread each crepe with warm Nutella, add fresh banana slices, and fold.

Do you put banana in the crepe batter?
In this recipe, yes. Mashed banana goes into the batter for extra flavor and a soft texture, and more sliced banana goes into the filling.

What bananas work best for banana crepes?
Ripe, spotty bananas are best for the batter because they are sweeter and blend smoothly. For the filling, use firmer, just-ripe bananas so the slices hold their shape.

Can you make banana Nutella crepes ahead of time?
Yes. Cook and cool the plain crepes, then stack them with parchment between each one and store. Fill with Nutella and banana just before serving so the banana stays fresh.

Can I make strawberry banana Nutella crepes?
Yes. Add sliced strawberries alongside the banana, or swap the banana for strawberries entirely for a different fruit-and-Nutella crepe.

Can you make crepes without a blender?
Yes. Mash the banana well, then whisk the batter by hand. Pass it through a fine-mesh sieve before cooking for a smooth result.

What is the difference between crepes and pancakes?
Crepe batter has no leavening, so crepes are thin and flat and can be rolled or folded. Pancakes contain baking powder or soda, which makes them thick and fluffy.

Why are my crepes crispy instead of soft?
The pan was too hot or the crepes cooked too long. Keep the heat at medium to medium-low and cook just 1 to 2 minutes per side so they stay soft and pliable.

How many calories are in banana Nutella crepes?
Each filled crepe has about 265 calories, though the exact amount depends on how much Nutella and banana you use.

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• Clatite (Romanian Pancakes)
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• Crispy Crepes
• Basic Crepes

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