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Nutella Banana Empanadas (Air-fryer option)

Mar 17, 2023 · 18 Comments

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This Nutella Banana Empanadas recipe is easy to make and easier to eat. The recipe combines two classic flavors: hazelnut chocolate spread and ripe bananas which make these irresistible! These empanadas are a must-try - so simple this is a great dessert recipe to make with your kids!

dessert banana empanada recipe

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What is an Empanada

An empanada is a handheld turnover consisting of dough and filling that is either baked or fried. They are made by folding a sheet of dough over the filling and sealing it before cooking. The name comes from the Spanish word, ‘empanizado’, meaning ‘breaded.’ Check out this article for a bit of history on the empanada.

Ingredients

You only need a few ingredients to whip up these Nutella Banana Empanadas:

  • Empanada dough: You need six 5" discs. You may make your own dough or purchase pre-made discs (most often found in the freezer section at your grocer).
  • Chocolate hazelnut spread: Nutella or most other brands work well
  • Ripe banana
  • Egg: lightly whipped, used for sealing and brushing on the outside of the empanadas
  • Optional: powdered sugar and melted chocolate to finish the Nutella banana empanadas
bunch of bananas for empanadas

When to bake

These little goodies are best served the day they are baked. You may assemble the dessert empanadas the day before you plan to serve. Keep the assembled empanadas in the refrigerator wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container. Then when it is time for dessert simply heat up the oven, bake, cool slightly and serve while warm.

I hope you enjoy these delicious empanadas as much as my family and friends do!

📋 Recipe

dessert empanadas on baking tray

Nutella and Banana Empanadas Recipe

Dessert empanada recipe with two classic flavors: hazelnut chocolate spread and ripe bananas.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Total Time 28 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 6
Calories 160 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 5" Empanada Discs

Filling

  • 1 Ripe Banana
  • ½ Cup Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (e.g. Nutella or other brand)

Finishing

  • 1 Large Egg, lightly whipped
  • 1 Tablespoon Chocolate, melted (optional: for drizzle over baked empanadas)
  • 1 Tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional: to sift over baked empanadas)

Instructions
 

Assemble Empanadas

  • Preheat conventional oven or air fryer to 350° F.
  • Place 2 teaspoons Nutella in the center of the empanada disc. Place 2 banana slices on top of the Nutella. Place an additional teaspoon of Nutella over the banana slices.
    filling empanada shells with Nutella and bananas
  • Brush a small amount of whipped egg on the lower half of the empanada disc. Fold empanada dough over so it meets the moistened half of the dough. Press lightly with fingertips.
  • Using a fork, press the empanada dough to seal.
    how to seal empanada shells
  • Brush tops of the sealed empanadas with the whipped egg. Place on a non-stick baking sheet.

Conventional Oven Baking

  • Bake at 350° F for 18 - 20 minutes.

Air Fryer Baking

  • Place in 350° F air fryer for 10 - 12 minutes.

Finish Empanada (optional)

  • Sift powdered sugar over the cooled empanadas then drizzle with melted chocolate.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 23mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 46IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dessert empanadas, nutella banana empanada
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Instructional video

YouTube video

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Comments

  1. Tammy says

    July 04, 2024 at 5:50 pm

    5 stars
    Oh I love the combo of banana and chocolate. What a delicious and easy sweet treat to make. The air fryer is perfect for summer when you don't feel like turning on the oven.

    Reply
  2. Ben says

    July 03, 2024 at 4:36 pm

    5 stars
    Great googly woogly, these are so good! The banana and Nutella are fantastic with that flaky crust.

    Reply
  3. Tom says

    September 13, 2023 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    Simple, easy and so delicious! I always love reading the recipes on this site!

    Reply
  4. nancy says

    July 17, 2023 at 11:12 pm

    5 stars
    i made this Nutella Banana Empanadas in the air fryer and it did not dissapoint.

    Reply
  5. Catherine Kay says

    July 17, 2023 at 7:16 pm

    I love nutella! Thanks for this recipe!

    Reply
  6. KT says

    July 17, 2023 at 11:11 am

    5 stars
    Such a classic combination! Thank you for the helpful video! It gave me the courage to make these.

    Reply
  7. Andrea says

    April 04, 2023 at 1:46 am

    5 stars
    These sweet empanadas are something special! Such a sweet and tasty treat!

    Reply
  8. Prajakta says

    April 02, 2023 at 3:35 am

    5 stars
    Being a hazelnut and Nutella fan, I am always on the lookout for recipes where I can use them. I made empanadas following your recipe and they turned out just perfect. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      April 02, 2023 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the feedback! This combination of flavors is ones children seem to love.

      Reply
  9. Helen at the lazy gastronome says

    March 31, 2023 at 3:05 pm

    5 stars
    OMG these are so good and easy to make. The video is the perfect instruction!

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      March 31, 2023 at 9:38 pm

      5 stars
      Yes - I agree a super easy dessert. Thank you for stopping by!

      Reply
  10. Stephanie says

    March 28, 2023 at 1:48 am

    5 stars
    So simple, but so delicious! These are fun and my boys love them.

    Reply
  11. Amy Liu Dong says

    March 28, 2023 at 1:29 am

    5 stars
    Such an easy and delicious recipe to make.
    This is a perfect dessert for every occasion.

    Reply
  12. Monidipa says

    March 27, 2023 at 8:44 pm

    5 stars
    These Nutella banana empanadas are pure heaven! The combination of warm, flaky pastry and gooey chocolate-banana filling is simply irresistible. I can't wait to try making them myself!

    Reply
  13. Michelle says

    March 27, 2023 at 4:24 pm

    5 stars
    These empenadas turned out delicious. Thank you for a simple recipe with only a few ingredients. I will be making these again.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      March 27, 2023 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      So happy to know this, Michelle! Thank you for letting me know.

      Reply
  14. Whitney Stewart says

    March 27, 2023 at 12:40 pm

    5 stars
    On word; YUMMY!! I didn’t even have any kind of banana and Nutella recipe! But now that I do, I’m gonna be making these a lot! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Jamie says

    March 22, 2023 at 2:20 pm

    5 stars
    Simple and tasty dessert empanadas. The combo of nutella and bananas remind me of Paris crepes!

    Reply
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