Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Sip on the perfect pick-me-up with this Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to a smooth, rich brew. The result? A creamy, refreshing drink that’s better than takeout. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Roasted Tomatillo Avocado Crema with Pepitas and Mexican Huevos Divorciados Recipe with Fresh Roasted Salsas.
Why This Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk Is Pure Comfort
- Quick and easy to make
- Rich, creamy flavor
- Perfect for a hot day
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Strong brewed coffee
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Ice cubes
- Milk (optional)
- Optional: Ground cinnamon
- Optional: Whipped cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Coffee: Use a strong brew, like espresso or French press.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Adjust to taste for desired sweetness.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- French press — Makes a rich, strong brew → See on Amazon
- Espresso machine — Perfect for a quick shot of espresso → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Brew coffee: Brew strong coffee using your preferred method.
- Mix coffee and milk: Mix 1/2 cup of coffee with 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
- Add ice: Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- Pour: Pour the coffee mixture over the ice. Add milk to taste, if desired.
- Serve: Top with ground cinnamon or whipped cream, if desired. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid watery coffee by using a strong brew and not diluting it with too much milk.
- Pro tip: For a cold brew version, steep coarsely ground coffee in cold water overnight, then mix with sweetened condensed milk.
Storing & Reheating Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover coffee in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Brew coffee ahead of time and store in the fridge. Mix with milk and ice just before serving.
Freezing Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Not applicable.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable. Microwave: Not applicable.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger brew, use more coffee grounds or a longer brew time.
- Best substitution: Replace sweetened condensed milk with an equal amount of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If your coffee is too weak, try using a stronger brew or less milk.
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Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Strong brewed coffee
- Sweetened condensed milk
Seasonings
- Ice cubes
- Milk (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Brew coffee: Brew strong coffee using your preferred method.
- Mix coffee and milk: Mix 1/2 cup of coffee with 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
- Add ice: Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- Pour: Pour the coffee mixture over the ice. Add milk to taste, if desired.
- Serve: Top with ground cinnamon or whipped cream, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger brew, use more coffee grounds or a longer brew time.
- Best substitution: Replace sweetened condensed milk with an equal amount of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If your coffee is too weak, try using a stronger brew or less milk.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover coffee in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not applicable.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: Brew coffee ahead of time and store in the fridge. Mix with milk and ice just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 170
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk FAQs
Yes, brew the coffee ahead of time and store in the fridge. Mix with milk and ice just before serving.
Using a weak brew or too much milk can make the coffee watery. Try using a stronger brew and adjust the milk to taste.
The air fryer is not suitable for brewing coffee or making this iced coffee recipe.
Heavy cream can be used as a substitute, but it will change the flavor and texture slightly.
Freezing is not recommended as it can affect the texture and flavor of the coffee.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Chilled Vietnamese Iced Coffee Recipe with Sweetened Condensed Milk and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
