Using Banana syrup in your coffee may not sound good at first glance. However, if you have ever tried that in your coffee, you will ask for more, and that is for sure. Usually, if you have ripe bananas left in your house and nothing to do, it is not possible to eat them all, so it is the best chance to turn them into syrup for later use in your latte.
Here I will describe how you can make banana coffee syrup at home.
Ingredients You Need
Banana coffee syrup for latte I am going to make has simple ingredients and are easy to find, and possibly all are available in your kitchen already. So let’s take a look at them.
Bananas
Surely you already have leftover ripe bananas. If it is riper, then it’s better to make syrup. Overly ripe bananas are easy to blend and create a rich and natural sweetness. However, you can wait two or three more days to ripen it properly for syrup or roast it to get the flavor. In both cases, you can bring out the best flavor.
Maple Syrup
I am not talking about artificial maple syrup that is available in the market. You should use pure maple syrup with natural sweetness and a caramel flavor that can blend superbly with the banana. However, if it is hard to find pure maple syrup, you can use honey instead.
Cinnamon
Seems a bit unusual for the coffee, yet it provides the warmth and cozy flavor in your syrup. And that reflects in your coffee as well. Also, you can use nutmeg in this case. But I prefer cinnamon.
Vanilla
Using vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste can enhance the sweet flavor and bring an extra fragrance. If you want an intense flavor, you can use vanilla paste here.
Salt And Water
Finally, you need a pinch of salt to balance the overall taste of your syrup. Also, you need water to thicken or thin the consistency. Even if you use milk here, it can add a creamy twist.
How to Make Banana Syrup For Coffee?
Likewise, the ingredient steps are straightforward too. It is an easy flavored syrup recipe that adds natural sweetness.
So, here are the steps you need to follow to make a DIY coffee sweetener using bananas.
Blend All Together
You can use a blend or a hand to mix it all together. If you are using a blender, then put the balance, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt into it, then blend it. Or if you’re using a hand, then put mashed banana and other ingredients in a bowl and stir them with water.
Cook It
After stirring/blending properly, let it simmer over medium heat. Usually, 5-7 minutes are enough for this. You need to stir the mixture occasionally, and when you get the smell of caramelized banana, you can turn off the heat.
Add The Vanilla
After turning off the heat, add vanilla extract or paste whatever you picked earlier. And stir it again for a couple of minutes until it blends properly.
Strain
Finally, strain the syrup using a strainer and make sure it is smoother and only syrup is left for your use. Then let it cool and store properly for everyday use in your latte.
How to Store Banana Coffee Syrup?
After cooling down the freshly made banana coffee syrup, pour it into an airtight jar. And you can either put it on a shelf or in the refrigerator. If you keep it in the refrigerator, it will stay fresh for a long time. Usually, 3-4 weeks is the best time to finish this syrup. Keeping that in mind, you should not make too much that will be wasted.
Best Ways to Use Banana Syrup in Coffee
Banana coffee syrup goes very well with your latte. It adds natural sweetness, and your coffee becomes sweet yet sugar-free.
However, you can also use it in your espresso shots, iced coffee, or banana mocha.
I suggest using a small amount of it to enhance the coffee’s taste; otherwise, it will be too sweet to handle.
Banana Coffee Syrup Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Pieces Ripe Banana
- 1/4 Cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract or Paste
- A Pinch Salt
- 1/2 Cup Water
Instructions
- In a blender or bowl, combine bananas, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and water.
- Blend or stir until smooth.
- Pour into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes.
- Stir occasionally until it thickens slightly and smells caramelized.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract or paste. Mix until fully combined.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids. Discard pulp and keep the smooth syrup.
- Let the syrup cool completely.
- Transfer to a clean, airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to 3–4 weeks.
Nutrition
Conclusion
That was your diy coffee sweetener with something that is available in your home. This banana-infused coffee tastes completely different from usual coffee. Whether it is latte, mocha, espresso, or something else, you will feel the rich texture in your coffee for sure. And among all the coffee flavoring ideas, I like this the most.
Since you do not need to add any sugar to your coffee, it will be a healthier choice for everyday use.
