As the seasons change, so do flavor palettes. From dirty sodas to jar-shaken matchas, the realm of creativity is cosmic in terms of how people experiment with drinks based on their favorite tastes, the weather, or what is trending on social media.
A popular drink combo that has been circulating TikTok is banana bread lattes. Users are creating their own syrups and experimenting with various espressos and milks to craft their drinks to their liking. So, whether you like bananas or want to try out the drink for yourself, here is a recipe to make the process a little easier.
What is in a banana bread latte?
Banana bread lattes are not so different from any other latte that customers have in their daily rotation. This drink includes espresso, milk, and a banana bread flavoring, and can be enjoyed hot or iced.
An espresso machine is not a necessity when it comes to this latte since instant espresso powder is available to purchase, so that’s a headache you don’t have to have. To keep things simple, you can purchase banana syrup and whisk in some cinnamon and nutmeg to create the banana bread essence. However, some content creators have taken it a step further and made their syrups from scratch.
How can I make a banana bread latte at home?
Dozens of users ran to TikTok to share their recipes — and this banana bread latte TikTok creator @girliefiesta made broke it down so anyone can have a shot at making it themselves.
She starts off with the most time-consuming, but important, step by making the banana bread syrup. Into a pot, she adds a smashed banana, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and lets it simmer for 10 minutes. Then, she turns off the heat to add vanilla and almond extract. After letting the mixture cool down to room temperature and straining, the banana bread syrup is ready to be used and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
With the syrup already prepped, it’s time for the actual latte part. She makes her espresso in her espresso machine, but you can always combine instant espresso with hot water. Finally, she begins assembling her latte by combining the homemade banana bread syrup and espresso, then pouring it over ice and milk. You can go the extra mile by whisking the syrup and heavy cream to make a cold foam. After a final sprinkle of cinnamon on top, there you have a cozy banana bread latte.
What else can I add to customize a banana bread latte?
A drizzle of caramel can add a new layer of sweetness to a banana bread latte that might make it your new go-to drink. Testing out different milks can also help bring another level of creaminess to the latte.