Vietnamese-Style AeroPress with Condensed Milk and Pandan
A creamy Vietnamese coffee with sweet condensed milk and aromatic pandan
May 20, 2025
Love Vietnamese coffee? This AeroPress version combines rich coffee with sweet condensed milk and a twist of pandan leaf for an amazing tropical flavor. It's like having a piece of Southeast Asia in your cup!
This recipe uses dark-roasted coffee pressed through an AeroPress, creating that signature bold Vietnamese coffee taste. The condensed milk adds creamy sweetness, while pandan brings a unique vanilla-like flavor that makes this drink extra special. Perfect for a refreshing morning pick-me-up or afternoon treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Vietnamese-style coffee is a delightful twist on traditional ca phe sua da. Here's why you'll love it:
- Quick and easy to make with an AeroPress
- Rich and creamy thanks to the condensed milk
- Unique pandan flavor adds a tropical twist
- Versatile - enjoy hot or over ice
Vietnamese-Style AeroPress with Condensed Milk and Pandan
A creamy Vietnamese coffee with sweet condensed milk and aromatic pandan
Vietnamese Coffee, AeroPress Coffee, Pandan Coffee, Condensed Milk Coffee, Iced Coffee, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Scale
- Serving glass
Ingredients
- 18g dark roast coffee, finely ground
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 1 pandan leaf
- 200ml hot water (205°F/96°C)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Cut pandan leaf into 2-inch pieces and steep in hot water for 2 minutes
- Set up your AeroPress in inverted position
- Add ground coffee to the AeroPress
- Remove pandan leaf and pour the infused hot water over coffee
- Stir gently for 10 seconds
- Attach filter and cap, let steep for 1 minute
- Flip and press over a glass containing condensed milk
- Stir well to combine
- Serve hot or over ice
Pro Tips
- Use dark roasted robusta coffee for authentic Vietnamese flavor
- Steep the pandan leaf in hot water before adding to ensure maximum flavor
- Pre-warm your glass with hot water for the best temperature control
- For iced version, brew stronger to compensate for ice dilution
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 20mg, Sodium: 85mg, Potassium: 264mg, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 154mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT2M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT7M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
