Save There's something wonderfully unhinged about folding Nutella and bananas into a tortilla like you're about to make a burrito, then frying it until the edges get crispy and the chocolate gets gooey. I discovered this by accident one afternoon when I was too lazy to find a proper bowl and couldn't resist the combination of something warm and something sweet at the same time. Five minutes later I had something that tasted like a dessert someone actually put thought into.
I made these for a friend who showed up unannounced on a Saturday morning, and instead of scrambling to make breakfast, I just folded two of these, fried them up, and watched their entire expression change when they bit through the golden-brown exterior into that warm chocolate center. They became a regular request after that.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas: Large ones work best because you need room to fold them into quarters without everything spilling out, and fresh tortillas are infinitely better than ones that have been sitting in the fridge for two weeks.
- Nutella: The obvious star—don't skimp on amount or you'll end up with a boring banana wrap, but don't go overboard or it becomes more like eating frosting.
- Ripe bananas: They need to be sweet and soft enough to slice cleanly, but not so soft they turn into mush the second you touch them.
- Chopped hazelnuts: Totally optional, but they add a texture that makes the whole thing feel more intentional.
- Unsalted butter: This is what makes the outside crispy instead of just warm and soft, so don't skip it for oil.
- Powdered sugar and whipped cream: The finishing touches that transform a snack into something that feels like dessert.
Instructions
- Make the opening:
- Lay your tortilla flat and cut from dead center straight out to the edge like you're making a pizza slice opening. This sounds more complicated than it actually is.
- Map out your quarters:
- Now you have four sections. Spread Nutella in the first quarter, layer banana slices in the second, add hazelnuts in the third if you're using them, and leave the last one mostly alone unless you want extra chocolate.
- Fold it into a triangle:
- Starting at the cut, fold quarter one onto quarter two, then fold that onto quarter three, then onto quarter four. You'll end up with a compact triangle that somehow holds together.
- Repeat the magic:
- Make the second wrap exactly the same way so you're not standing there with only one dessert when you're hungry for two.
- Butter and cook:
- Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and slide the folded wraps in, cooking about a minute or two per side until the edges turn golden brown and the whole thing feels a little crispy when you press it gently.
- Finish and serve:
- Dust with powdered sugar while they're still warm and top with whipped cream or ice cream if you want to push it into full dessert territory.
Save These wraps remind me of the reason I love cooking small, unpretentious things—there's something pure about transforming three basic ingredients into something that makes you genuinely happy for ten minutes straight.
The Sweet Spot Between Snack and Dessert
This falls perfectly in that category where it doesn't feel fancy enough to be fussy but tastes good enough that you don't feel like you're settling. The beauty is that it works at any time of day—mid-afternoon when you need something to break the monotony, late night when you want something warm, or as an actual dessert when you have someone over and want to seem effortlessly capable.
Ways to Make It Your Own
Once you understand the basic structure, you can play with it endlessly. Strawberry slices work beautifully with Nutella. Peanut butter swapped in for Nutella is suddenly a different dessert entirely. Mini marshmallows get crispy in the pan. I've even seen people add a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon, and all of it works because the tortilla-butter-heat formula is solid and forgiving.
Coffee Pairing and Serving Ideas
These are best eaten warm right out of the pan, ideally with a cup of coffee that you can use to cut through the sweetness or a small glass of dessert wine if you want to feel a little fancy about the whole thing. They don't hold their best texture if you let them sit around, so make them when you're ready to eat them, not as a make-ahead situation.
- A cold glass of milk pairs unexpectedly well if you're going the comfort route instead of the fancy route.
- If you're serving these to someone, dust the powdered sugar right before you hand them the plate so it doesn't get absorbed into the warm tortilla.
- Leftover Nutella doesn't go to waste—you'll find reasons to use it again tomorrow.
Save This is the kind of dessert that tastes like you tried harder than you actually did, which is exactly the goal when you're hungry and short on time. Make it once and you'll be making it again.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I fold the tortilla correctly?
Make a single cut from the center to the edge, divide into quarters, layer fillings on each quarter, then fold sequentially over to form a compact triangle.
- → Can I use other spreads besides Nutella?
Yes, chocolate-hazelnut spreads or alternatives like peanut butter work well to add rich flavor.
- → What is the best way to cook the folded tortillas?
Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook the folded wraps 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- → Are there optional toppings to enhance the flavor?
Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- → Can I add any nuts for texture?
Chopped hazelnuts are optional and add a pleasant crunch, but other nuts can also be used if preferred.
- → Is it possible to make variations with this dessert?
Yes, try adding strawberries, mini marshmallows, or substituting spreads to create unique flavors.