Vietnamese-Style Espresso with Pandan and Condensed Milk
A creamy Vietnamese coffee treat with sweet condensed milk and aromatic pandan
June 7, 2025
Love Vietnamese coffee? This cozy twist combines rich espresso with sweet condensed milk and a hint of pandan leaf for an amazing tropical twist. It's like having dessert and coffee in one delicious cup!
This drink is super simple to make at home. Just brew strong espresso or Vietnamese coffee, add a splash of homemade pandan extract, and drizzle in sweet condensed milk. We recommend using a dark roast coffee for that authentic Vietnamese coffee shop taste. Perfect for slow mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Vietnamese-style coffee is a delightful treat that brings cafe flavors home! Here's why you'll love it:
- Rich and creamy with perfectly balanced sweetness
- Unique pandan flavor adds a tropical twist
- Easy to customize the sweetness level
- Can be served hot or over ice
Vietnamese-Style Espresso with Pandan and Condensed Milk
A creamy Vietnamese coffee treat with sweet condensed milk and aromatic pandan
Vietnamese Coffee, Pandan Coffee, Condensed Milk Coffee, Asian Coffee, Sweet Coffee
Equipment
- Espresso machine or Vietnamese coffee filter (phin)
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
- Serving cup
- Spoon for stirring
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (2 oz)
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 teaspoon pandan extract
- Hot water for brewing
- Ice cubes (optional, for iced version)
Instructions
- If using fresh pandan leaves, blend 3-4 leaves with water and strain to make extract
- Brew your espresso shots using your preferred method
- Add condensed milk to your serving cup
- Stir in the pandan extract
- Pour hot espresso over the mixture
- Stir well until completely combined
- Serve hot, or pour over ice for an iced version
Pro Tips
- Use fresh pandan leaves or high-quality extract for the best flavor
- Pre-warm your cup with hot water for the best temperature control
- Stir well before drinking to combine all flavors
- For the best results, use freshly ground dark roast coffee beans
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Cholesterol: 15mg, Sodium: 60mg, Potassium: 255mg, Sugar: 31g, Calcium: 150mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT10M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
