Monkey Latte
Elevate your coffee routine with the indulgent and flavorful Monkey Latte—an irresistible blend of creamy banana, rich espresso, and luscious chocolate. Perfectly sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and vanilla extract, this easy-to-make beverage combines the comforting warmth of freshly brewed espresso with a frosty, smoothie-like base. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a versatile treat, complete with optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a decadent finish. Whether you enjoy it as a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon indulgence, this banana coffee drink is a delicious way to shake up your latte game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Banana
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 shots Espresso
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate syrup
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Whipped cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
Begin by peeling the banana and breaking it into chunks. Place the banana chunks in a blender.
Add the milk, chocolate syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Prepare 2 shots of freshly brewed espresso using your coffee maker or espresso machine.
Pour the blended banana mixture into a large mug or glass. Slowly add the hot espresso shots to the glass, stirring gently to combine.
If desired, top the Monkey Latte with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra indulgent touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Monkey Latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 957 mg | 20% | |
*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.
