Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato

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A refreshing dessert drink combining strong Vietnamese coffee poured over creamy vanilla ice cream for a sweet, bold treat. This vietnamese-inspired desserts ready in about 10 minutes brings together Vietnamese ground coffee, boiling water, sweetened condensed milk for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Vietnamese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Brew 3 tbsp Vietnamese ground coffee with 6 oz boiling water using a phin filter or drip method, brewing for about 5 minutes until strong and concentrated.
  2. Step 2: Stir 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk into the hot coffee until fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup ice cubes and place 2 scoops (about 1 cup) of vanilla ice cream on top.
  4. Step 4: Pour the hot sweetened coffee slowly over the ice cream and ice, allowing the ice cream to melt slightly and meld with the coffee.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with a spoon and straw for enjoying the layered flavors.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (5 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.

How do I store leftover Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato?

Refrigerate any leftover vietnamese-style iced coffee affogato in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato?

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 Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Vietnamese-Style Iced Coffee Affogato?

Vietnamese desserts 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.

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