The very talented Nicky over at Delicious Days posted these wonderful muffins and as I had just bought a new jar of Nutella they seemed the perfect little afternoon treat on this cold, wet day in Auckland.
I think Nutella is the new Condensed Milk. My mother and most of her generation always kept a can in the fridge. Remember the mayonnaise of the '50's made with condensed milk, mustard and vinegar. My brother and I were often found hiding behind the fridge door swigging from the condensed milk can. Reminiscing with a friend recently she said she always met her father at the fridge when she took a sneaky swig. I now find my own children hiding behind the pantry door with a spoon in one hand and the jar of Nutella in the other.
Check out Delicious Days for the recipe. These muffins are really yummy - just the right balance of banana and Nutella. I cut back on the calories a little by sprinkling a little icing sugar and cocoa powder over the top. Nicky's are covered with a luxurious looking chocolate icing which I'm sure is wonderful.
