Description
A refreshing and creamy banana cream matcha latte that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the vibrant flavor of matcha green tea. This easy-to-make drink features a homemade banana syrup, frothy matcha, and whipped banana cream for a perfect balance of flavors and textures, served over ice for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Banana Syrup
- ½ very ripe banana, sliced
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
Banana Cream
- ½ very ripe banana
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Matcha Latte
- 1½ teaspoons matcha powder
- ¼ cup water (for whisking matcha)
- 1 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 cup ice
- 1-2 teaspoons banana syrup (from above)
- Optional garnish: banana slices or cookie crumbles
Instructions
- Make Banana Syrup: Cut half of a very ripe banana into small pieces and add it to a small pot along with ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer until it reduces and thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat, let it cool completely, then strain to remove solids. Set aside the banana syrup for the latte.
- Make Banana Cream: Place the other half of the banana in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add ¼ cup of heavy cream and whip together using an electric frother or a whisk until the mixture becomes lightly fluffy but still pourable. This creates a creamy, airy banana topping for the latte.
- Whisk Matcha: Sift 1½ teaspoons of matcha powder into a matcha bowl or a small mixing bowl to break up clumps. Add ¼ cup of hot (not boiling) water. Using a bamboo or regular whisk, vigorously whisk the matcha in a zigzag pattern for 10-15 seconds until a frothy layer forms on top, indicating the matcha is well aerated.
- Assemble Drink: Fill a glass with 1 cup of ice. Pour in 1 cup of milk and add 1-2 teaspoons of the prepared banana syrup to taste. Gently pour the whisked matcha over the milk. Finally, spoon the whipped banana cream on top as a creamy garnish. Optionally, decorate with banana slices or cookie crumbles for extra texture and presentation.
- Mix and Enjoy: Stir the latte gently before drinking to combine the layers of flavor. Enjoy your refreshing and creamy banana cream matcha latte immediately.
Notes
- Use a very ripe banana for natural sweetness and better flavor in both the syrup and cream.
- Adjust the amount of banana syrup according to your preferred sweetness.
- For a vegan version, substitute the heavy cream and milk with coconut cream and plant-based milk.
- Make sure the water for whisking matcha is hot but not boiling to avoid bitterness.
- You can prepare banana syrup in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired