Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast
A brunch-inspired Vietnamese sandwich toast featuring buttery baguette topped with a rich egg cream coffee spread. This vietnamese-inspired vietnamese ready in about 22 minutes pairs Vietnamese-style baguette, unsalted butter, softened, egg yolk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 Vietnamese-style baguette
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice 1 Vietnamese-style baguette into 1-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Spread 3 tbsp softened unsalted butter evenly over each baguette slice.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg yolk, 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk, and 1/4 cup cooled strong brewed coffee until combined and creamy.
- Step 4: Pour the egg cream coffee mixture evenly over the buttered baguette slices.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are set and slightly golden.
- Step 6: Meanwhile, whip 1/4 cup heavy cream with 1 tsp powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Step 7: Remove the toasts from the oven, dollop with the whipped cream, and serve warm as a decadent brunch treat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vietnamese-style baguette from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Butter and Egg Cream Coffee Bánh Mì Toast?
Vietnamese vietnamese like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a game-changer for my morning routine. The coffee flavor is just right.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for coffee lovers. The butter and egg cream made it so rich and comforting.
- ★★★★★
My kids loved the sweet and savory combo! Made it for Sunday breakfast and it was a hit.