Iced Banana Latte

Name: Iced Banana Latte with Espresso
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 shots espresso, brewed and cooled; 1 pinch sea salt; 1 ripe banana; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 3/4 cup whole milk; 1 tsp maple syrup; 1 cup ice cubes

This iced banana latte blends two shots of espresso with a ripe banana, whole milk, and maple syrup for a naturally sweet, creamy cold coffee drink. The banana creates a smooth, indulgent texture without added cream or ice cream.

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Total

5 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 shots espresso, brewed and cooled
1 pinch sea salt
1 ripe banana
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
3/4 cup whole milk
1 tsp maple syrup
1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

1
Brew two shots of espresso and let them cool slightly. Stir in a pinch of sea salt.
2
In a blender, combine one ripe banana, ground cinnamon, whole milk, and maple syrup.
3
Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy.
4
Fill a large glass or mason jar with ice cubes.
5
Pour the cooled espresso over the ice.
6
Top the espresso with the blended banana milk mixture. You can use a small strainer while pouring for an even smoother texture.
7
Stir everything together to combine and enjoy immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cool espresso to room temperature before blending to prevent the ice from melting too quickly and diluting the drink.
Use a ripe banana with visible brown speckles — it blends smoothly and provides natural sweetness without additional sugar.
Blend banana, milk, and espresso first, then add ice and sea salt at the end to control texture and prevent over-dilution.
The sea salt enhances banana and maple flavors; don't skip it despite the small amount.

Substitutions

Whole milk → oat milk or almond milk (maintains creaminess without dairy)
Maple syrup → honey or agave nectar (adjust to taste)
Ground cinnamon → vanilla extract or cardamom (changes flavor profile slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Blend and drink immediately for best texture. Pre-blended mixture (without ice) keeps refrigerated for up to 4 hours; re-blend with fresh ice before serving.

Equipment

blender

Common Questions

Can I use frozen banana instead of fresh?

Yes. Frozen banana works well and chills the drink naturally, reducing the need for as much ice. Thaw slightly before blending for easier mixing.

What type of espresso works best?

Use freshly brewed espresso cooled to room temperature, or chilled espresso shots. Instant espresso powder mixed with hot water also works in a pinch.