Introduction
I started making this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink at home after ordering it three times in a week at the drive-through and finally deciding to figure out how to make it myself for a fraction of the price. The combination of banana, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and espresso blended with ice and milk tastes exactly like a slice of warm banana bread in a cold, creamy frozen coffee drink — and it’s one of the most unique and genuinely delicious things I’ve ever made in my blender. This takes about 5 minutes and serves two generous frozen drinks. This is perfect for a quick breakfast, a weekend treat, or anytime the drive-through craving hits but you’d rather stay home. If you love homemade copycat coffee drinks, also check out this copycat 7 Brew sweet salty iced latte for another drive-through favorite that’s incredibly easy to make at home.
How to Make 7 Brew Banana Bread Blondie Frozen Drink (Quick Overview)
To make this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink, blend a ripe banana with espresso, brown sugar syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, oat milk, and a full cup of ice until thick and smooth. Pour into tall glasses and top with a drizzle of caramel and a pinch of cinnamon. The whole drink is ready in 5 minutes.
About the Ingredients
Ripe Banana
A very ripe banana — the spottier the better — is the key ingredient that gives this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink its signature banana bread flavor. The riper the banana, the sweeter and more intensely banana-flavored the drink will be. Freeze the banana ahead of time for an even thicker, colder result without needing as much ice. Bananas are also one of the most nutritionally convenient fruits you can add to a drink — according to Healthline’s guide to banana nutrition, ripe bananas are a great source of potassium, vitamin B6, and natural sugars that provide quick, sustained energy, making this frozen coffee drink a genuinely functional breakfast option.
Espresso or Strong Coffee
A double shot of espresso gives this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink its coffee backbone and makes it genuinely energizing rather than just a banana smoothie. Strong cold brew concentrate is an excellent substitute for an even smoother, less bitter coffee flavor in this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe.
Brown Sugar Syrup
Brown sugar syrup made from brown sugar and water adds that signature warm, molasses-like sweetness that’s the “blondie” element of this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink — it tastes like brown butter and caramel and is the thing that makes this drink taste so uniquely like banana bread batter.
Cinnamon
Ground cinnamon is the spice that ties the banana bread flavor together in this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink. Don’t skip it — just a half teaspoon makes the whole drink taste unmistakably like banana bread rather than just a banana coffee smoothie.
Oat Milk
Oat milk is the best milk choice for this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe — its natural sweetness and creamy texture complement the banana and brown sugar perfectly and give the drink a smooth, velvety consistency when blended. Whole milk or almond milk also work well.
Vanilla Extract
A splash of vanilla enhances the banana bread flavor throughout this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink and adds a warm, bakery-like quality that makes every sip taste like it came from a coffee shop.
Tips and Tricks
Freeze the banana the night before making this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink — a frozen banana makes the drink thicker, colder, and creamier without diluting it with extra ice.
Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest result — blend for a full 60 seconds until there are no banana or ice chunks left in this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink.
Let the espresso cool completely before blending — hot espresso melts the ice too quickly and can make this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe less thick and frosty than it should be.
Pro Tips
For an extra thick, milkshake-style consistency in this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink, use two frozen bananas instead of one and reduce the oat milk slightly — the result is almost spoonable and incredibly indulgent.
Add a tablespoon of peanut butter to the blender for a banana peanut butter blondie version of this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink that tastes like the most incredible smoothie-coffee hybrid.
Make the brown sugar syrup in a big batch at the start of the week — it keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and makes pulling together this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe a completely 2-minute process on busy mornings.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make the brown sugar syrup by combining equal parts brown sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Brew a double shot of espresso and let it cool to room temperature or use cold brew concentrate.
- Add the ripe or frozen banana, cooled espresso, brown sugar syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, oat milk, and ice to a blender.
- Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth and thick with no ice chunks remaining.
- Taste and adjust — add more brown sugar syrup for sweetness, more cinnamon for spice, or more oat milk for a thinner consistency.
- Pour into two tall glasses.
- Top each drink with a drizzle of caramel sauce and a light dusting of ground cinnamon.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw.
Variations
For a peanut butter banana blondie frozen drink, add a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter to the blender for a rich, nutty twist on this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink.
If you want a mocha banana version, add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup alongside the brown sugar syrup for a chocolate banana bread-inspired frozen coffee drink.
For a decaf version, swap the espresso for decaf cold brew concentrate for the same flavor without the caffeine in this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink.
Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a high-protein breakfast version of this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe that keeps you full all morning.
For a vegan version, ensure the caramel drizzle is dairy-free and use coconut or oat milk as the base in this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink.
How to Store
This 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink is best made fresh and enjoyed immediately — the ice melts quickly and the drink separates if it sits too long.
The brown sugar syrup can be stored in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, making this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink even faster to pull together each morning.
Pre-portion and freeze ripe bananas in zip-lock bags for up to 3 months so you always have a frozen banana ready for this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe without any extra prep.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this drink taste like banana bread?
The combination of ripe banana, brown sugar syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla creates the classic banana bread flavor profile that makes this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink taste so uniquely delicious.
Can I use regular milk instead of oat milk?
Yes, whole milk, almond milk, or coconut milk all work in this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink — oat milk gives the creamiest result but any milk you have on hand works well.
Can I make this without espresso?
Yes, use cold brew concentrate or very strong brewed coffee instead of espresso for a similar result in this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe — the coffee flavor will be slightly different but equally delicious.
Should I use a frozen or fresh banana?
A frozen banana gives a thicker, colder, creamier result in this 7 Brew banana bread blondie frozen drink — a fresh banana works but you’ll need more ice to compensate.
How ripe should the banana be?
The riper the better — a very spotty, almost overripe banana has the most intense, sweet banana flavor for this homemade banana bread blondie frozen coffee drink.
Can I make this ahead of time?
This drink is best made fresh — blend it right before serving for the best thick, frosty consistency in this copycat 7 Brew blondie frozen latte recipe.
What else can I make with leftover brown sugar syrup?
Use it in your morning coffee, drizzle it over pancakes, or use it to sweeten overnight oats — it pairs beautifully alongside our overnight cinnamon sugar monkey bread for a complete cozy breakfast spread.
Homemade 7 Brew Banana Bread Blondie Frozen Drink
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Make the brown sugar syrup by combining equal parts brown sugar and water in a small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Brew a double shot of espresso and let it cool to room temperature, or use cold brew concentrate.
- Add the banana, cooled espresso, brown sugar syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, oat milk, and ice to a blender.
- Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth and thick with no ice chunks remaining.
- Taste and adjust sweetness, spice, or thickness as needed.
- Pour into two tall glasses.
- Top each drink with a drizzle of caramel sauce and a light dusting of ground cinnamon.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw.