Banana Bread Latte
Warm, cozy, and irresistibly fragrant, the Banana Bread Latte is a delightful twist on your favorite coffee shop indulgence. This quick and easy recipe combines the velvety sweetness of ripe banana with frothy milk and bold espresso, perfectly spiced with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Ready in just 10 minutes, this latte recreates the nostalgic flavors of freshly baked banana bread in a drinkable form. Customize it to your liking with honey or maple syrup for added sweetness and garnish with whipped cream or banana chips for a touch of indulgence. Whether you're looking for a comforting morning pick-me-up or a delicious afternoon treat, this homemade Banana Bread Latte is a must-try for coffee and dessert lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 medium-sized (ripe) Banana
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.5 cup Brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 serving Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 1 pinch/handful Cinnamon or banana chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice half of a ripe banana and place it in a blender.
Add 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy) to the blender and blend until smooth.
In a small saucepan, pour the blended banana-milk mixture and place it on medium heat.
Stir in 1/2 cup of brewed espresso or strong coffee, 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional), 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
Heat the mixture while whisking gently, but do not let it boil. Once it is hot and frothy, remove it from the heat.
Pour the mixture into your favorite mug.
Optionally, top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a few banana chips for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your cozy Banana Bread Latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 134 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
