Save to Pinterest The first time I made these, it was 11 PM and my roommate walked into the kitchen looking for comfort food. We had nothing but tortillas, some overripe bananas, and a jar of Nutella someone had abandoned in the cabinet months ago. Ten minutes later, we were sitting on the floor eating these crispy folded triangles, and I realized desperation sometimes creates the best desserts.
I started making these for my nieces when they slept over, and now they request them by name. Last week, my eight year old nephew told me seriously that these are better than the ones at the fancy cafe downtown, and honestly, he might be right. The folding technique makes them feel special, like youre making something intricate even though its incredibly simple.
Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas: Fresh and pliable ones fold without cracking, so check the date and avoid stale ones from the back of your pantry
- 4 tbsp Nutella: Room temperature spreads easier without tearing the tortilla, and any chocolate hazelnut spread works perfectly fine
- 2 medium ripe bananas: Look for bananas with some brown spots since theyre sweeter and softer than bright yellow ones
- 2 tbsp chopped hazelnuts: These add such incredible crunch, but you can skip them or use walnuts, pecans, or even toasted almonds instead
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter: This creates the most beautiful golden color and rich flavor, though coconut oil works if thats what you have
- Powdered sugar: The dusting makes them look bakery professional, plus that slight sweetness balances the rich chocolate
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream: The cold cream against the warm tortilla is honestly the whole point of the dessert
Instructions
- Make the cut:
- Lay your tortilla flat and cut one straight line from the exact center to the outer edge, like youre slicing a pizza but only making one cut
- Fill each quarter:
- Imagine the tortilla divided into four triangle sections and place Nutella on one, bananas on another, hazelnuts on the third, and leave the last plain or add more chocolate if you really love it
- Start folding:
- Begin at that cut edge and fold each section over the next one, working your way around until you have a neat stacked triangle with all the fillings tucked inside
- Crisp it up:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook each wrap for about two minutes per side until theyre golden brown and sound crispy when you tap them
Save to Pinterest These became my go to when friends surprise visit because I always have the ingredients on hand. My friend Maria still talks about the time she came over crying after a bad day, and I made these for her while she sat on my couch. She said the warm chocolate and crispy tortilla fixed something she didnt know was broken.
Make It Your Own
The variations are endless once you understand the folding technique. Peanut butter and banana is classic, strawberries and cream cheese feels summery, and adding mini marshmallows that melt into gooey pockets is basically a campfire s'more in tortilla form. My personal favorite involves spreading a thin layer of peanut butter before the Nutella for that Reese's flavor combination.
Getting That Perfect Crisp
Medium low heat is your friend here. Too high and the tortilla burns before the filling warms through, too low and they turn soggy instead of crispy. I learned this the hard way after making sad limp wraps that still tasted good but definitely didnt hit that satisfying crunch factor. Watch for the edges to start curling slightly and turn a deep golden brown before flipping.
Serving Suggestions
These work for breakfast, dessert, or a midnight snack, which is when I crave them most. A cup of strong coffee cuts through the richness beautifully in the morning, while dessert wine feels fancy in the evening. The texture contrast is everything, so always serve with something cold and creamy.
- Dust with cinnamon mixed into the powdered sugar for warmth
- Drizzle with caramel or melted chocolate for extra indulgence
- Serve immediately since they lose their crisp as they sit
Save to Pinterest Sometimes the simplest recipes become the ones you make over and over again, and these wraps have earned their permanent place in my kitchen rotation.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I fold the tortilla for the perfect wrap?
Cut the tortilla from the center to the edge, divide it into four quarters, and layer Nutella, banana slices, and hazelnuts before folding each quarter over the fillings to form a triangle.
- → Can I use a different spread instead of Nutella?
Yes, any chocolate-hazelnut spread or alternatives like peanut butter work well to maintain sweetness and texture.
- → What’s the best way to get a crispy exterior?
Pan-fry the folded wraps in a little unsalted butter over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- → Can I add toppings to enhance flavor?
Powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream make excellent garnishes to elevate the warm, sweet flavors.
- → Are there any suggested variations to try?
Try adding strawberries, mini marshmallows, or swapping banana for other fresh fruit for a unique twist.