The Ultimate Banana Bread Latte Syrup

Description

This deeply flavorful syrup combines caramelized ripe banana, warm spices, vanilla, and a hint of maple for a rich, comforting banana bread flavor. It’s perfect in lattes, matcha, chai, or drizzled over oatmeal and pancakes. Naturally sweet, warming, and silky—like banana bread in syrup form.

Ingredients

• 1 Banana
• 1 Cup of Water
• 1/2 Cup of Brown Sugar
• 1/4 Cup of Organic Cane Sugar
• 1 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon of Maple Syrup
• 1 teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon of Freshly Grated Nutmeg
• Pinch of Salt

Equipment

• Microplane
• Saucepan
• Fork
• Fine Mesh Stainless Steel Strainer
• Spoon
• Frother
• Glass Syrup Bottle
• Small Funnel

Instructions

• Cook the syrup:

  In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine mashed banana, water, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, freshly grated nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a low boil, stirring frequently.
• Simmer:

  Once boiling, reduce to a simmer. Let cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking, until the syrup thickens slightly and the banana is soft and integrated.
• Finish off heat:

  Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and maple syrup. Let cool for 5–10 minutes.
• Strain:

  Press the syrup through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a glass jar with the funnel. If you have any solids left, it can be used in alternative recipes instead of discarding it.
• Store:

  Refrigerate in an airtight jar for up to 7 days.

Notes

• Banana ripeness matters: Use spotty, overripe bananas for best flavor.
• For a thicker syrup, simmer a few extra minutes.
• Make it fall-friendly: Add a tiny pinch of clove or allspice for more spice warmth.
• Dessert use: Drizzle over yogurt, pancakes, waffles, or baked oatmeal.