Name: Iced Banana Bread Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons banana bread syrup; 2 shots (2 ounces) blonde roast espresso; ⅔ cup milk; Ice, to fill the glass, leaving room for cold foam; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 tablespoon whole milk; 2 tablespoons banana bread syrup or brown sugar syrup; ½ teaspoon cinnamon sugar

Blonde espresso, homemade banana bread syrup, creamy banana bread cold foam, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar come together in this iced banana bread latte. With sweet banana bread flavor and a hint of brown sugar in every sip, this Starbucks copycat is a fun coffeehouse drink to make at home.

Starbucks copycat iced banana bread latte topped with creamy banana bread cold foam and cinnamon sugar, served with a banana, espresso beans, and a small bowl of cinnamon sugar.

This Iced Banana Bread Latte is a coffeehouse-inspired drink with sweet banana bread flavor, smooth blonde espresso, and creamy cold foam topped with cinnamon sugar. It’s my homemade take on the Starbucks iced banana bread latte, bringing those bakery-inspired flavors to an iced coffee you can make at home.

The Starbucks version gets its banana flavor from banana syrup mixed into the espresso, then adds a layer of brown sugar cold foam and cinnamon dolce topping.

The blonde espresso is a nice match for the banana bread flavor, with lighter notes of candied apple and dark chocolate rather than the heavier, roasty taste of a darker espresso.

For my homemade version, I use banana bread syrup in both the latte and the cold foam. My syrup is made with dark brown sugar, so it brings real banana flavor along with those caramelized brown sugar notes. Using it in the foam, too, means you don’t need two different syrups to make the drink.

Make a homemade Starbucks iced banana bread latte with rich banana bread flavor, creamy cold foam, and a cinnamon sugar topping. This easy copycat recipe brings coffee shop flavor home with homemade banana bread syrup and blonde espresso.

Why You’ll Love This Iced Banana Bread Latte

A fun way to play barista at home. Once you get the hang of making iced lattes and frothing cold foam, you can start recreating all kinds of drinks without a trip to the café.
One syrup, two banana bread drinks. Use your homemade banana bread syrup for this iced latte and my Iced Banana Bread Chai. It’s a fun way to get more use out of one homemade syrup.
Enjoy it whenever you like. Keep your banana bread syrup and cold foam ingredients on hand, and you can make this iced latte whenever you’re in the mood for a little banana bread flavor in your coffee.

Iced banana bread latte topped with rich banana bread cold foam and cinnamon sugar, surrounded by a banana, milk bottle, espresso beans, and a bowl of cinnamon sugar.

Ingredients Needed

Cinnamon sugar
Banana bread syrup
Blonde roast espresso
Milk
Ice
Heavy cream
Whole milk
Brown sugar syrup or banana bread syrup

Overhead view of the labeled ingredients for making a Starbucks copycat iced banana bread latte at home, including the coffee, milk, banana bread syrup, and cold foam ingredients.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Banana Bread Syrup
I recommend using my homemade banana bread syrup for this latte. It has real banana flavor and does double duty, sweetening the espresso and flavoring the cold foam.

Since my syrup is made with dark brown sugar, it’s also a great alternative to the plain brown sugar syrup Starbucks uses in its cold foam. Of course, if you already have brown sugar syrup on hand and want to stick closer to the Starbucks version, you can use that instead.

Starbucks copycat iced banana bread latte served beside homemade banana bread syrup, a bottle of milk, sliced bananas, and a bowl of cinnamon sugar, with a whole yellow banana in the background.

Blonde Roast Espresso
I like blonde espresso with banana bread syrup because its lighter roast lets the banana and brown sugar notes come through. Use two freshly brewed shots for this recipe, or substitute another espresso roast if you prefer.

Milk
I use 2% milk in my latte, just like Starbucks, but you can use whichever milk you normally enjoy in iced coffee. Whole milk will give the latte a richer taste, while other milk options let you customize it to your preference.

The cold foam is a different story. For that, I use heavy cream and a little whole milk to create a thick, pourable topping.

Heavy Cream and Whole Milk for Cold Foam
Heavy cream gives the cold foam its body, while the whole milk loosens it enough to pour over the iced latte. Together, they make a creamy topping that holds its shape without being stiff.

I don’t recommend replacing these ingredients with non-dairy milk and expecting the same result. Many plant-based milks don’t froth into the same thick, creamy cold foam.

Cinnamon Sugar
A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar finishes the latte with a little cinnamon flavor and sweetness. Add it after pouring the cold foam so it sits right on top.

Homemade iced banana bread latte surrounded by espresso beans, a fresh banana, a bottle of banana bread syrup, and a bowl of cinnamon sugar for making this Starbucks copycat drink.

How to Make an Iced Banana Bread Latte

Detailed recipe and instructions are in recipe card at bottom of post.

Make the Cold Foam

Add the heavy cream, whole milk, and banana bread syrup to a cold jar or tall container. If you prefer the Starbucks-style topping, use brown sugar syrup instead.

Using a handheld milk frother, whip the mixture until it doubles in volume and reaches the consistency of melted ice cream. You want it thick and creamy, but still pourable.

I like to hold the frother close to the surface at first to bring in air and help the foam thicken. Keep an eye on the texture as you froth. The goal is a soft foam that pours easily over the coffee.

Cold foam tip: Start with cold ingredients and a cold container. This helps the cream whip up into a thick foam without needing to over-froth it.

Homemade banana bread cold foam made with heavy cream, whole milk, and banana bread syrup in a jar.

Assemble the Iced Banana Bread Latte

In a 16-ounce glass, add the banana bread syrup, followed by two shots of freshly brewed blonde espresso. Pour in the cold milk, then add ice until the glass is nearly full, leaving at least ½ inch of space at the top for the cold foam.

I recommend adding the ingredients in this order, with the ice last.

The cold milk helps cool the freshly brewed espresso before the ice goes in, which helps limit ice melt and dilution.

Adding the ice after the liquids also makes it easier to control how full the glass gets so you have room for the topping.

Why add ice last? Pouring hot espresso directly over a glass full of ice can cause more of the ice to melt. Add the syrup, espresso, and cold milk first, then fill the glass with ice while leaving room for the topping.

Cold milk and ice added to blonde espresso and banana bread syrup in a 16-ounce glass to make an iced banana bread latte.

Pour the Cold Foam Over the Latte

Slowly pour the banana bread cold foam over the iced latte. The foam should be thick enough to form a creamy layer on top but still pour easily from the jar.

Thick banana bread cold foam being poured over an iced latte made with blonde espresso, milk, and ice.

Finish with Cinnamon Sugar

Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the cold foam and serve right away. I like to keep the foam visible at the top of the glass, with just enough cinnamon sugar to finish the drink.

Finished iced banana bread latte topped with creamy banana bread cold foam and cinnamon sugar.

Recipe Notes & Tips

Leave room for the foam. Fill your 16-ounce glass with ice, leaving at least ½ inch at the top.
Serve right away. The latte is best freshly made, while the foam is thick and the ice hasn’t had time to melt.

Close-up of an iced banana bread latte topped with creamy cold foam and a generous sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, highlighting the rich, layered coffee drink.

More Banana Bread Drinks to Try

If you enjoy the flavor of banana bread in your coffee and tea, try these related recipes next.