Creamy Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe Easy Perfect Homemade Bliss
A rich, sweet, and soothing Vietnamese iced coffee made with strong brewed coffee, sweetened condensed milk, and ice. This easy recipe delivers a creamy café-style drink perfect for hot days or a quick pick-me-up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) strong brewed coffee (dark roast like Vietnamese robusta or any rich, full-bodied coffee)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (240 ml) ice cubes
- Optional: pinch of ground cinnamon or a drop of vanilla extract
- Water for brewing coffee (about 1 cup or 240 ml if making drip coffee)
Instructions
- Brew about 1 cup (240 ml) of strong coffee. If using a Vietnamese phin filter, place 2 tablespoons (10 g) of medium-coarse ground coffee into the filter, press lightly, and pour hot water (around 195°F or 90°C) over it, letting it drip slowly for about 5 minutes. Alternatively, use a French press, drip machine, or espresso with the same coffee-to-water ratio.
- Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) of sweetened condensed milk into a tall glass. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Slowly pour the hot brewed coffee into the glass with condensed milk. Stir thoroughly until the condensed milk is fully dissolved and the mixture turns a creamy caramel color.
- Fill the glass with about 1 cup (240 ml) of ice cubes to chill the drink. Stir gently to combine.
- Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or add a drop of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of strong coffee and creamy sweetness.
Notes
Use fresh, quality coffee for best flavor. Brew coffee just off the boil (around 195°F or 90°C) to avoid bitterness. Mix condensed milk with hot coffee before adding ice to prevent overly sweet first sips. For dairy-free version, substitute sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk or a homemade blend of coconut milk and sugar. Adjust sweetness gradually to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 2530
- Fat: 34
- Protein: 23
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