Ingredients
1/2 medium very ripe banana, sliced
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, or milk of choice
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, hot or chilled, or 2 shots espresso
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 small pinch fine salt
1 teaspoon pure maple syrup, optional
1 cup ice cubes, for the iced version onl
Instructions
Hot Banana Bread Latte
Add the banana, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup, if using, to a blender. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds, or until completely smooth.
Pour the mixture into a small saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until steaming but not boiling.
Stir in the hot strong coffee or espresso. Whisk briefly or froth until lightly foamy.
Pour into a mug, add a light dusting of cinnamon if desired, and serve immediately.
Iced Banana Bread Latte
Use chilled strong coffee or espresso. Add it to a blender with the banana, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup, if using.
Blend for 30 to 45 seconds, or until completely smooth.
Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour the latte over the ice, stir once, and serve immediately.
Notes
Use half a banana to keep the drink pourable and allow the coffee flavor to remain noticeable.
A very ripe banana may be sweet enough without maple syrup.
Do not put very hot liquid in a closed blender. Blend first, then warm the mixture in a saucepan for the hot version.
For the iced version, chill the coffee before blending to reduce dilution.
For a smoother drink, strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer.
Nutrition is an estimate based on unsweetened almond milk and 1 teaspoon maple syrup. Optional protein powder and toppings are not included.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free