How to Layer a Banana Split Latte at Home
By Jot | For those who take their coffee easy | Published: 2026-10-20
Category: How-to Guides
Learn to layer a banana split latte with Jot coffee concentrate. Follow simple steps for a sweet, dessert-like coffee drink at home.
Quick Answer
To layer a banana split latte at home, start with a banana puree base, add milk, then slowly pour Jot coffee concentrate over ice for distinct layers. Use the Banana Split Sampler Pack for the perfect flavor.
Why Layering Works
Layering a latte isn't just for looks—it affects how flavors hit your palate. Starting with a denser banana base and finishing with coffee concentrate creates a gradual flavor shift from sweet to bold.
The key is density: banana puree sinks, milk floats above it, and coffee concentrate stays on top if poured gently over ice. This gives you a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
Choosing Your Coffee Concentrate
The Banana Split Sampler Pack from Jot gives you six 3-ounce cups of coffee concentrate with a banana split inspired flavor. It's designed to add a sweet, dessert-like note to your coffee, making it ideal for this recipe.
If you prefer a more neutral coffee base, you can use any Jot coffee concentrate and add banana syrup or extract. But the sampler pack simplifies the process—you get the banana flavor built in.
Steps to Layer Your Banana Split Latte
- Prepare the Banana Base: In a glass, mash half a ripe banana with a fork until smooth. Add a teaspoon of honey or sugar if you like it sweeter. Spread the puree evenly at the bottom of the glass. Make sure the puree is lump-free so it forms an even layer.
- Add Milk Over Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes, then slowly pour in 8 ounces of cold milk (dairy or non-dairy). Pouring over the back of a spoon helps keep the milk from disturbing the banana layer. Use cold milk to maintain the density difference between layers.
- Pour the Coffee Concentrate: Take one 3-ounce cup of Jot Banana Split coffee concentrate and pour it gently over the back of a spoon onto the top of the milk. This creates a distinct coffee layer that floats above the milk. Pour slowly to avoid mixing the layers; if it blends, you can still enjoy it stirred.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a maraschino cherry if desired. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to mix before drinking. Stir before drinking to combine the layers for the full banana split flavor.
Product Spotlight
- Banana Split Sampler Pack (6 Cups): Each cup contains 3 ounces of coffee concentrate with a banana split inspired flavor, designed for multiple servings. This concentrate gives you the banana split taste without needing extra syrups, so you can layer your latte quickly and consistently.
Banana Split Sampler Pack (6 Cups)
