Banana Cream Matcha (homemade syrup)

with homemade Banana Bread Syrup 🍌🍞🍵
Because your matcha deserves more than just vanilla.
Sweet, spiced, cozy — this latte tastes just like banana bread in a cup. Pure comfort with a matcha twist. ✨

🍌 You’ll Need:

For the Banana Bread Syrup:

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• Pinch of salt
• Dash of cinnamon
• Dash of nutmeg

For the Latte:

• Ice cubes
• Milk of choice (oat, almond, whole — your fave)
• 1–2 tsp premium matcha powder @matchaunion
• A splash of hot water (for whisking)
• 2–3 tbsp banana bread syrup
• Heavy cream (for the topping)

🍯 Method:

Make the Banana Bread Syrup:
1️⃣ Mash the ripe banana in a small pot.
2️⃣ Add brown sugar, vanilla, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3️⃣ Simmer on low heat for ~10 minutes, stirring often, until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Strain (optional, for smoothness), pour into a jar, and refrigerate.

Make the Latte:
1️⃣ Fill your glass with ice.
2️⃣ Add 2–3 tbsp banana bread syrup.
3️⃣ Pour in your milk of choice.
4️⃣ Whisk matcha powder with a splash of hot water until smooth and frothy. Pour over the milk.
5️⃣ For the cream topping: whip a splash of heavy cream with a spoonful of banana syrup until thick, then spoon it on top.

🌰 Optional Extras:

• Sprinkle with cinnamon or crushed banana chips
• Add a mini slice of banana bread on the rim
• Make it dairy-free with coconut cream

Sweet, earthy, and spiced just right — this Banana Cream Matcha is a full fall mood in a cup. Dessert vibes and matcha magic. 🍵💚🍌