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Finished banana latte in a clear glass mug

Creamy Banana Latte Recipe (Hot or Cold)


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  • Author: Lindsay Cotter
  • Total Time: 5
  • Yield: 1-2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A healthy, naturally sweetened coffee drink made with banana, almond milk, and cinnamon. Dairy-free and easy to make hot or iced!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 small ripe banana (fresh for hot latte; frozen for cold latte)
  • 4 ounces dairy-free milk or creamer (plain or vanilla) - *Higher fat equals creamier the latte.
  • 8 to 10 ounces freshly brewed bold coffee or 2-3 ounces bold espresso diluted with 4 to 6 ounces hot water (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Optional Boosters- 1 scoop collagen or protein powder (see notes for best types)
  • Optional Sweeteners - maple syrup, honey, etc. to taste.

See blog post for additional flavors & variations.


Instructions

See notes for iced latte version.

Notes

This latte recipe is the base version—naturally sweetened with banana. If you’d like it a bit sweeter, stir in maple syrup, honey, agave, or your preferred sweetener to taste.

Texture Tip- Heat the banana milk slowly on low heat. High heat can cause separation or a grainy texture.

To make a cold/iced banana latte: Use chilled or frozen banana to blend with the milk. Use a dark cold brew or chill the diluted espresso. Pour the cold coffee or espresso into a tall glass, add just a little ice (if desired) and pour the creamy banana milk over the coffee.  Optional– Blend everything together if you prefer a frosty, shake-like drink.

Make it Protein coffee: Blend protein with banana + milk first, then gently heat before adding to coffee. Keep under 160°F to prevent curdling or separation. Collagen or whey isolate dissolve smoothly. Plant-based protein powders work too but may need extra blending to avoid grainy texture. 

Nutrition (with Protein Powder)- Based on 1 scoop whey isolate: 200 calories, 2 g fat, 28 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 19 g protein.

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: n/a
  • Category: drink
  • Method: blend
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 banana latte using almond milk
  • Calories: 97
  • Sugar: 9.9 g
  • Sodium: 98.7 mg
  • Fat: 1.8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20.3 g
  • Fiber: 2.8 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg